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3.8 (57 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Moderate noise
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Destiny F.

Great view and amazing service, but the menu didn't quite hit the mark for us. The black bean soup was a letdown--just blended beans and water with no flavor. Everything else was pretty bland too. It felt a bit overrated, but I'd be open to giving it another shot with a different menu.

Menu (Prix Fixe)
Jo-Anne L.

As advertised, this is an elegant, upscale restaurant with a beautiful view of the water. We came here as a larger group and so ordered from the prix fixe menu. I must say that the entire booking process was quite pleasant - the person responsible for events was very responsive and helpful, from sending us the menus and contract forms to answering questions about dietary restrictions. For appetizers, we had a choice of salad or soup. The "Caesar" salad had an interesting twist, made using kale instead of lettuce and with soft panisse croutons (these were a huge hit, despite the odd sounding name). The soup had a nice texture but was slightly too sour (all I could taste was the tomato flavour). I selected the salmon entree (my go-to order at restaurants in this area) and was astonished by the excellent quality of the dish! The flesh was exceptionally tender, covered by a layer of crispy, oily salmon skin. The light sweetness of the beets and baby bok choy well complimented the savoury fish. Dessert too was superb: the lemony crème brûlée contained strong sour notes to offset the sweet custard. Oh, and of course the caramelized sugar was perfect! Now for the not so perfect. Drinks were great, except for the coffee. Portion sizes are on the small side (I wasn't full after a 3-course meal...but it could just be me haha). The staff greeting us at the entrance and taking our coats were wonderful, friendly and warm. The waiter actually serving us - not so great. The service was quite rushed and almost offhanded. He literally whipped the plates away when clearing the table, and never once checked on us during our time there. Also of note is the noise level: unfortunately, at peak lunchtime, we could hardly hear even the person sitting one seat away. It's quiet if you choose to dine at 2pm though. Overall, a positive experience! The food, at least, is above par.

Enjoying my lunch with a Big Client
Mark M.

On the 36th floor of the Toronto Athletic Club. Overlooking CN Tower, Rogers Centre, and Lake Ontario. Beautiful dining room and view. Food is expensive. Expect to pay a minimum of $60 per person. Food is pretty good and good service. $5 extra if you want bread with your main course.

a plate of food with a salad and crackers
Ed S.

Stratus is a casual upscale restaurant located on the 36th floor of a TD tower in the financial district. The décor is modern and provides views of the financial core and of the waterfront. Tip: ask for the restaurant washrooms instead of being directed to the Toronto Athletic Club washrooms (if you would like). This was my second time dining at Stratus - this time I was there for an event. Nicole, our server, took excellent care of us. She was professional, attentive, courteous, and hard working. She delivered her top-notch service with such ease. For example, while there was a set menu for our table, she was able to work with the kitchen to make requested changes. In addition, she was attuned to the diner's preferences, for example, she offered options to those who did not drink alcohol (but did not explicitly say so). And we were never rushed - she stayed until almost midnight until our party decided to depart before the elevators lock. Thank you, Nicole! Onto the food: KALE & BABY RED ROMAINE CAESAR SALAD ($16 on the website menu) roasted garlic dressing, parmesan crisp, panisse croutons The use of baby kale was a unique twist on Caesar salad. The stems on the baby kale made it slightly cumbersome to eat at times but that's just me being a whiner (I do not mind eating the whole plant - more nutrition!). Overall, good salad that was not over dressed. CRISP SKINNED BC CHINOOK SALMON ($35 on the website menu) roasted golden and crimson beets, sauteed baby bok choy, lemon dill The salmon was cooked perfectly. The skin was crisp and the flesh left moist and unadulterated. The beets and bok choy were great accompaniments (never have enough vegetables)! The sauce tasted like butter lemon dill, it was citrusy and buttery. The sauce was drizzled around the salmon so one can decide how much of it to use. Excellent salmon dish.

It is an upscale restaurant with a view of the city, and the staff is very attentive and friendly. I highly recommend it for a romantic date night or special occasion. The menu is simple, and the meals are accompanied by suggested wine pairings. We ordered the salmon and duck dishes, and both were delicious.

The view from the bar
I-Lin L.

Came here for drinks and appetizers on a Tuesday evening for a work event. We thought they would give us a semi-private room, but it turned out to be just the side of the bar area. There weren't a lot of people in the place, so our group pretty much took up all the space at the bar. The views looking outside are nice. Appetizers were okay, but very heavy on the cheese. We had a huge cheese platter with fruit, arancini, shrimp, pear and goat cheese crostini, mini grilled cheese sandwiches, burger sliders, and mini cheesecake bites. Service was good. The place is a bit pricy, but that might be the norm in downtown Toronto.

Tea
Alfred D.

First review of the new year! The atmosphere, view and ambiance is just breathtaking. It was my moms birthday and my family decided to surprise her by taking her downtown. This restaurant has always been on my list so why not save it for a special occasion. To start, I made a reservation online a few days prior. After getting there we were seated quickly and our server was very attentive. We had some of the breadsticks to start, along with salad and mushroom soup. For the mains I had the burger, my dad had the salmon and my sister had the buttered shrimp. Definitely one of the best burgers I've had. Very fresh and well seasoned. It came with friends along with home made ketchup. To be honest, the fries were great but I wasn't a big fan of the ketchup. It was more like a sweet tomato purée. Maybe I just like Heinz too much! I had a taste of the buttered shrimp and it was excellent. Probably would be my second choice after the burger. The salmon looked a bit small, but it was still very tasty and filling for lunch. Other than that, I think everything was reasonably priced according to downtown standards. Oh also, the washroom is a change room facility since there's a gym on the same floor.

Catch of the day, Salmon and bread basket
Samantha T.

Beautiful view in the evening. Came late on a Wednesday evening and was fairly empty. Ash Wednesday so we both had fish plates. The salmon was delicious and the fresh catch special was phenomenal. Honestly best seafood we've ever had. Little to no wait time seeing as we arrived a little before 8:30, kitchen closes right at 8:30 on weekdays. Service was great, attentive and friendly hostesses. Tip: Bread is not free if your server asks if you'd like any after placing the order. Still pretty good with a side of a hummus sauce. We came here for our one year anniversary and it was a perfect intimate, quiet setting + table by the window for a gorgeous city view :)

Lizzie T.

The night view was amazing. The servers are very kind and polite. My boyfriend and I had a romantic dinner on Valentine's Day. Overall the experience was good. There's just one thing. When we made a reservation, they didn't tell us it's gonna be a valentines special menu. We checked at the website, still the regular menu. When we walked in and sat down , we noticed that the menu was different from the website. It's a valentine special menu. It's fixed. No price on it. When we asked, the server told us it's 85 Cad per person, which is waaaaay more than the regular menu price. We didn't know that beforehand. My boyfriend received a call just a week ago before valentines from the restaurant. They told him they would charge him if he didn't show up, which totally makes sense, but they didn't tell us there's gonna be a special valentines menu with a special price. So I just think the restaurant should inform people of the special occasion price or menu when they confirm reservations. Also more information should be post on websites. I understand restaurants want to make more money on Valentine's Day, but customers also have the right to know more info beforehand. Later the manager came and offer us drinks and twenty five per cent off on everything, which was good. I think I will eat there again. The night view was spectacular. Very romantic.

Amy W.

Along with the beautiful view, this is a hidden gem for brunch. I've ordered the SMOKED SALMON EGGS BENEDICT oak smoked salmon, potato latka, spinach, poached eggs, bernaise sauce... so goood especially on a bed of potato latka, instead of English muffins. Will definitely come back and very happy with the service!

Salmon tartare
Milly L.

Coming here on a weekday at lunch time can be packed, filled with well dressed business people having lunch meetings. I came here with my team of coworkers for an early Christmas lunch. Reservations can be easily made on the open table app. Service was exceptional, our server was patient and attentive with a good sense of humour. For appetizers, I tried the salmon tartare and I thought the highlight were the chips that accompanied the tartare. They were like wavy chips that were freshly out of the fryer. My co workers had the soup of the day which they really enjoyed as well. For mains, we tried the salmon, steak and duck leg. I had the duck leg and it was the best duck I've tried at a fine dining restaurant! Crispy skin that I saved for last with really tender meat. It also came with lots of fresh vegetables and a good amount of potatoes on the side, I was so satisfied. But of course we had to end with desert. We tried their ice cream cookie sandwich and bread pudding, both were great. We shared the two desserts amongst the three of us, otherwise too much for one person.

The dining room at Stratus.
Kyla C.

I'm going to title this review "So Far So Good", because Stratus will be playing a huge role in my life over the coming year and there will definitely be follow-up reviews as 2015 progresses. My fiancé booked Stratus as our wedding venue in March 2014 for our October 2015 wedding. We booked it based solely on the view, the fact it is in our price range, and overall atmosphere. When we put down our deposit we hadn't even tried the food (I trusted the glowing Yelp reviews), so when I took my mother, sister, and future mother-in-law for lunch a couple weeks ago I was so nervous that the place wouldn't impress. My fears were quickly dispelled. I made a reservation and I am glad that I did. It was a Friday lunch hour and the place got BUSY. However, it never felt packed or crowded. I counted about 80 people in the restaurant at one point, and we're only planning for about 60 at the wedding, so now I know that there will be more than enough room for my guests to stretch out and enjoy themselves. We were seated promptly with a beautiful view of the lake and the island. I ordered the butter chicken for lunch, and the food was served quickly. The chicken had some really good heat to it, and the rice and naan were good compliments to the spicy dish. I had expected the portions to be on the smaller side, but I ended up not being able to finish everything on my plate before feeling on the full side. My only complaint from the whole day involved, believe it or not, the water. We were asked if we wanted still or sparkling water. Three of the four of us chose still and one chose sparkling. Had we known that a large, $10.50 bottle would be opened for one person, I have no doubt that all of us would have chosen still. I doubt that a whole bottle of water was consumed, and $10.50 is an incredible mark-up for carbonated water. Where it's common place for sparkling water to be complimentary, this was a bit of a shock to see on the bill. Initially we weren't going to have dessert, but after reading the menu we threw all caution to the wind and decided to try the creme brûlée and sticky toffee pudding. The cream brûlée was appropriately creamy with a delicious sugar top, and the whisky infused caramel topping on the sticky toffee pudding easily stole the show. After tip (and the overpriced water), lunch with dessert came to about $200 for all four of us, which is perfectly reasonable given the quality of the food and the stunning scenery. The service was friendly and fast, though I do hope it will be slower paced on my big day (however, I chalk that up to the differences between catering to the 1-hour lunch crowd and catering to a relaxed wedding environment). All in all, I have no doubts that Stratus will provide the perfect venue for my big day and I can't wait to experience everything they have to offer.

Jason N.

Valentine's dinner was amazing. I enjoyed the 4 course meal and the service. I wish I had remembered to take photos of each course . The view is beautiful as well. I would love to come back.

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Mogouyan Hand-Pulled Noodles

4.5(162 reviews)
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Toronto Review 4/Many: I went to this excellent Lanzhou spot with another person as one of my…read moreearlier meals. Our server, Sophia, was bubbly and friendly, giving suggestions and helping with the ordering process for the other person who wasn't as sure what they wanted. We eventually went with two appetizers and two entrees, which was more than enough food, and honestly, we could have only ordered one appetizer. The better of the two appetizers was the CAD 8.95 Hand Shredded Pepper Chicken/手撕椒麻雞/Shou Si Ji. The dish consists of cold chicken in a flavorful sauce, topped with some greens. The chicken was tender, with a mild, pleasant spice and a bit of numbingness from the Sichuan peppercorns, along with some fragrance, presumably from sesame oil. It reminded me a bit of salivating chicken you find in some Szechuan spots, but it was more aromatic and a bit less spicy. The other appetizer was the Steamed Edamame/岩鹽毛豆 with Himalayan pink salt for CAD 5.95. The other person chose between this and the vegetable dumplings, as he avoids pork, and it was, of course, lighter than the other appetizer. The decent portion of edamame was topped with some pickled carrots as a garnish. My main dish was the Braised Beef Noodles/紅燒牛肉面/Hong Shao Niu Rou Mian. The dish included several options, including size, noodle style, and spice level. I chose the large for CAD $20.95, medium spice, and for the noodle style, I chose flat/宽面, as it was closest to the prism style I like at Lanzhou spots in the States. Along with these, I also added a tea egg for an extra CAD 2.95. Outside the add-on, the dish also had a couple of large slices of radish. Compared to some spots in NYC, I slightly preferred the QQ/bouncy texture of the noodles at a spot near me. However, the broth was better here with a balanced amount of mala, though I would likely order spicy next time, as I tend to add chili oil to the relatively lighter Lanzhou broths. The beef was also much better, being tender with a mild chew regardless of whether it was tendon or other cuts. The tea egg was flavorful and worth the add-on, especially when the inside was dipped further into the broth. I can see why others order this. The other person went with the Signature Stir-fried Noodles/招牌炒面/Chao Tatiaozi. There was an option of protein, and he went with Chicken for $17.95 and added the same egg. I tried a bit, and there was a pleasant pepperiness with a bit of numbing flavor, but less than my dish. The noodles had a good bounciness and overall had a slightly better chewiness than mine. This was lighter overall, but also tasty. This spot has apparently come to the US already at the Mall of America, and I would love it if there were a location closer to me. Good place.

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This was easily one of the best meals I had in Toronto. We made a reservation about a week in…read moreadvance and the staff was very accommodating. They pride in using fresh and local ingredients served creatively, and always with new ideas and dishes with the tasting menu changing constantly to match what's in season. Some of the dishes really emphasized the freshness and the quality of the ingredients, showcased in our starting dish of asparagus, egg confit, cure pork and leeks. The salt was minimal, and it tasted so clean, fresh, and well put together. Paneer with makhni was also included playing heavily on the delicious Indian flavors that were so full of umami taste, I could not believe this dish did not have meat. The chicken was one of my favorites with a smoked butter sauce. I could not believe white meat could be this tender and moist and absorb flavor so well. The fish was also great, as was the dessert, a rhubarb tiramisu to give a tangy contrast to the mascarpone cream. This was tasting menu #248, and the menu will change about every 2 weeks it seems like, which is amazing. Finally, I loved that explicitly state that tips are not accepted despite the amazing service and elevated food. I definitely would want to come back again, knowing there's a lot more creative ideas to try in different dishes while having a very solid cooking foundation.

Came here for an anniversary dinner and was unfortunately disappointed. We had reservations for a…read moreThursday evening slot and arrived earlier than expected but didn't mind having to wait until our reserved time since it looked busy in the restaurant. We noticed a party of 4 that arrived after us who was also waiting were offered drinks due to the wait time while we weren't. We did get sat a couple minutes before them but since they had been asked their drink orders prior to being seated, they were attended to much quicker than us. We didn't receive our drinks until 30 minutes after being seated during which we received the salad we ordered. The duck was great but I wasn't a fan of the pasta I ordered as it more on the salty side. I would have to say my favorite dish was the Brussel sprout salad - super fresh and tasty. I did like that they had non alcoholic wine options. Disappointed that this was the experience I had coming here on our anniversary. The staff the served us was very friendly, but I wouldn't recommend coming here for a special occasion.

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0.4 km•Bay Street Corridor, Downtown Core

Me and my boyfriend visited this pub for date night, in hopes of trying something new and different…read moreto the both of us. We've never had British food, so this was definitely a unique experience. The ambiance was very mysterious, with the dim lighting and wooden decor. I thought it was very nice for dates specifically, and the little candle on the tables was a nice touch. They had a few booth seats and regular seats. We ordered a steak pie, along with a tofu and eggplant Thai curry. They were both very delicious and filling. The Thai curry was bursting with spices and flavours that I haven't experienced in any other dish, and I loved it. The steak pie was not my order, but from what I was told, it was very stuffed, included various textures and was full of flavour. Them, we got an aperol spritz and beer. The aperol was very delicious, and i'm super glad since this is only my second time trying one so I was nervous i'd be let down. It had a very orange, tangy twist. The beer came in a really fun looking cup, so that gave us a good laugh. The service was great, our waitress was very kind and answered and questions we had about the food. They even offer to pour your gravy for your meals, if it's included.

As part of the annual Winterlicious promotion, two of my friends and I picked three restaurants…read morewith the prix fixed menu that'd we'd never tried before. This was first on our list, located in the Scotiabank Tower on Adelaide. We got a nice corner table, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting, not too loud but not library-like either. The music, mostly UK fare like their cuisine, played an acceptable volume that my friends and I didn't have to raise our voices. We were seated very promptly, and our server took care to attend to my friend's allergy. She even asked to change my friend's cutlery when another server brought the wrong salad. My appetizer was a hot-smoked salmon pâté, which was ok by itself, but eaten with the pickles gave it that taste I wouldn't forget. I chose for my main the Petit Roast Dinner; the cut was excellent, full of flavour and juicy to boot. The gravy for said cut just brought the roast to another level. The sides were delicious as well, especially the crispiness of the potatoes. A clean plate was the end result! Finally to finish the meal, I chose the chocolate banoffee cheesecake - I never pass on any cheesecake when it's offered. And it didn't disappoint! The banana brûlée was an interesting touch, while having toffee sauce drizzled on the cheesecake was a first (and not definitely last) for me! All in all, it was a nice introduction to The Rabbit Hole, and I can't wait to go down there again!

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4.7(3 reviews)
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I'm not generally the type to grab food at a hotel restaurant while I'm traveling. I'm generally…read moreout there walking around trying something random and mom and pop-ish. But after a long day and an even busier evening, I got back to the hotel famished. My brain was incapable of processing decisions and when I saw how busy this corner of the Sheraton was, I decided this was it. I grabbed a seat at the bar, ordered a drink, and listened to a podcast to wind down. It was exactly what I needed. The drink, Nutty Times, was not only delicious but the presentation was exciting too. The bartender was witty, he advised everyone near us at the bar to whip out our phones, because he was about to put on a show. Check out the video I added! After a while, my anxiety from the day began to wear off and it was time to eat. I asked if I was able to take it up to my room as a to-go order and they said that was no-go. Something about the presentation and how you had to be there for it. I don't know about that. I ordered the Atlantic salt cod (fried cod balls) and while they were super good, the presentation left me thinking, "I could have totally eaten this in my giant robe in bed." Regardless, I enjoyed every bite. I did end up getting approval to take my dessert to-go. This made me very happy. It was a chocolate mouse-like thing, shaped like a heart (it was just after Valentine's Day). It came with berries and drizzled with chocolate. Very decadent. This was a very hip spot. The environment was buzzing with people in town for whatever reason, the staff was great, and the cocktail and food couldn't have been better.

We stopped by for a cocktail and bar bites, and were pleasantly surprised at the quality of food…read moreand drink. We spoke with two bartenders that were both friendly, and willing to impart their spirits knowledge. Both cocktails were exceptional. They are expensive, but it's a Sheraton, so it was expected. Food was tasty, but pricy too. The bar is beautiful, so definitely a nice place to visit.

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4.1(51 reviews)
0.3 km•Financial District, Bay Street Corridor, Downtown Core

Super solid place downtown. It's beautifully decorated on the inside and has a nice spacious patio…read moreon the street, with glass fencing around it. We had a pepperoni pizza, mushroom salad with arugula and frisée, and the pawn tagliatelle. We also had the prickly pear spritz and the lemonade. (The lemonade was better! Very refreshing with the addition of grapefruit.) The mushroom salad was fabulous. Nice and crispy, a healthy portion, and a light drizzle of balsamic.

I had been wanting to try Edna + Vita for a long time, and finally made it here for Summerlicious…read more The restaurant is located beneath an office building in Toronto's Financial District, so lunchtime was lively and filled with conversations from nearby office workers. My first impression honestly made me wonder if it was really worth all the praise. By the end of the meal, I had my answer. Arugula Caprese Insalata A creative take on a classic Caprese salad. Arugula replaces basil, while a rich Parmesan cream stands in for fresh mozzarella, giving the dish a deeper, more savory profile without losing the freshness of the tomatoes. The balsamic balances the arugula's slight bitterness beautifully, and the juicy tomatoes cut through the richness of the cream. Fried capers add a pleasant burst of Mediterranean saltiness at the end. Simple ingredients, thoughtfully combined. Chicken Scarpariello This was easily the highlight of the meal. The chicken skin was beautifully seasoned and roasted until fragrant. Instead of being overly juicy, the meat was incredibly tender, with a faint blush of pink at the center. The Italian sausage had a firm, satisfying bite and a rich meaty flavor. I rarely describe roasted potatoes as "melt-in-your-mouth," but these truly were. The sauce, made with white wine, onions, peppers, and tomatoes, was so flavorful that I ended up using bread to wipe the plate clean--and still wished there had been more bread. Italian Love Cake A layered dessert of chocolate cake, ricotta cheesecake, and chocolate mousse. Each layer offered a different texture: the mousse was smooth without feeling heavy, the cake slightly dry, and the ricotta layer pleasantly crumbly. The texture was more memorable than the flavor, but it was surprisingly light to finish despite being a chocolate dessert. Tiramisu Although it's priced at $19.50, the portion is generous--about one and a half times the size of a typical tiramisu. The mascarpone was silky, rich, and pleasantly creamy with a touch of sweetness. The ladyfingers were well soaked with espresso and carried a subtle hint of liqueur. It tasted like a textbook tiramisu: everything was executed correctly, even if it wasn't particularly surprising. Many years from now, I may no longer remember the wildfire that day--but I'll probably still remember this chicken.

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