Picked this spot for a quick work meeting and was really impressed. Got the salad and the grilled calamari to share, and then seafood pasta with mussels, clams and shrimp for the main. The bread and olive oil as starters were yummy!! The food was authentic and delish. Done really well but portions were a bit small. The pasta also only included 1 piece of shrimp!!! Like com'on!! Also, not a great choice as it got busy and loud real quick, but we totally enjoyed the food! Price wise it was average - we paid around $80 for 2 (with wine) and parking on street is easy to find. Service was stellar and the food came out real quick, which I LOVE! Definitely worth going to for an Italian night! read more

Terroni is a decent place to grab a bite to eat if you're in the Downtown area, but I probably won't go out of my way to eat there again. As good as the pizza is, you're still paying $14 or more for a medium sized pizza that probably isn't that much better than something you can make at home, with the same gourmet ingredients (baby spinach, goat cheese, etc.). But who has the time nowadays to cook a meal at home. Still, their pizza is probably the best you can get in the city, surpassed only perhaps by Magic Oven... The service is exceptional, on both occasions I've been there. Very nice looking restaurant too, and the patio in the summer is especially nice. I love the traditional Italian eatery vibe, with the walls lined in preserves and take-home goodies. Great Place to come to! read more

Had diner here a few weeks ago. Went on a busy night. Service was ok not great but the food made up for it. Food (4/5) - funghi assoulti - Garganelli - Zio Ravioli Service (3.5/5) Price (4.5/5) Ambiance (4/5) read more

We booked the private room for my bachelorette party dinner. The room usually seats 12 but they let us squish 14. Food was great and service was excellent considering the large group. They even sent us the sommelier to help with wine selections. Terroni is known for not allowing customers to make substitutions to the menu so I was pleasantly surprised that they were able to accommodate my friend's food allergies with a special vegan menu. I guess you have to ask for it. I had the caprese salad and agnolotti. Caprese was good but I upgraded to the buffalo mozzarella and I did not see any difference between that and the regular mozzarella, so maybe pass on that. The agnolotti portion size was on the smallish side, but I was still full. Wouldn't recommend it if you are starving. Overall, a fun time. I would go back. read more

So when we arrived on a Sunday evening there was a 30min wait to be seated. Be prepared to wait. We were seated at the bar and ordered the Smendozzata pizza and the ravioli stuffed with duck. We found the pizza to be pretty good for Toronto standards and did remind me of the pizza we tried in Italy. I found the topping tasted good but hoped for more of them. Our favorite dish was the ravioli stuffed with duck. Tasted amazing. I'd recommend trying out Terroni but don't think I would come on a regular basis do to the price. Each meal was about $20 and not the biggest portions. read more

Terroni is amazing! You can tell that they know what they are doing when it comes to Italian food. Almost everything is home made....you can taste it. The pastas are delicious. The dandelion pasta is beyond amazing. Such simple dishes with such great flavours. I would definitely call it comfort food. Pizzas are really good as well and they have a huge variety. They also have a bunch of great apps and their meat and cheese board is amazing to share. The service has always been great. The staff are very knowledgeable on their food and wine (which yes can be very confusing if you do not know Italian wine). But I've always been recommended great wine and its nice to try something different for a change! Super friendly staff. Sometimes they are extremely busy since Terroni is almost always full. Food always comes quickly even when its a full restaurant. You can have a full meal and be out in half an hour. I respect their no substitution policy. A lot of places in Toronto are doing this now...and with a menu as big as Terronis, you can find something on their that you like!!! Always a great vibe in there and awesome food and drinks! Love it :) read more

Hello all Took my girlfriend there for her birthday last night. Im glad I made a reservation as it was busy. Sat down right away and service was fast. Enjoyed some yummy apps and had pizza for dinner. I asked one of the hostesses to have them put a candle on desert for us and she said problem. Desert came but no candle. When the bill came I told the waitress I was disappointed and she had no idea what I was talking about. She quickly fixed the bill and apologized We will happily return there and hopefully sit outside. It was quite loud inside. Making the pizzas may sound fun but the constant banging was not. read more

I would have to say that, full stop, this is my favourite restaurant in Toronto. Being Italian in my heart, my love for this cuisine runs deep. I have never tried a dish that did not blow me out of the water and tickle my taste buds with delight. The vibes are like that of Italy: full of life, love, adventure and great food and drink. The service is amazing. Everyone is well informed, giving welcomed suggestions if you're at stuck with all the options. The meat is ethically sources, the pasta is homemade and the wine selection is on point. Terroni makes you feel like they're having you over to their home for dinner, having their beloved Nona cook family recipes from scratch. It's an absolute treat! read more

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I would like to begin this by saying the following: 1. There was NO butter. we asked for BUTTER, simple plain BUTTER for our Bread & they were unwilling to provide it. 2. There was NO chicken. C H I C K E N. What Italian restaurant has no chicken? 3. There was NO cream sauce. No Alfredo, No option offered as a substitute. wish One Of A Kind pasta was still open... read more

Phenomenal as per usual! The funghi, pizza, pasta were spectacular!! So consistent every single time, after all these years. Thank you! read more

This is hands down my favorite place to go in Toronto. I can't ever leave without going to Terroni. service is always wonderful, the atmosphere is always nice, and the food is spectacular. I order different dishes every time and it never fails to impress me. My favorite dessert is the tiramisu, the best way to end your meal. read more

Someone should tell these folks the way people eat in "southern Italy" has nothing to do with the taste and delivery of the food here... It's all arrogance, by the way cut the pizza for god sake.... Buy some cheese to serve with the pasta... This is someone's idea of what they think people in Italy eat, anyone that has ever been to italy will tell you not to eat at main stream restaurants because they skimp on everything and are very expensive. read more

I ate at Terroni a couple of times and each time was near perfection. Be aware that reservations are ALWAYS a good idea since Terroni can get busy on a whim. It is by far one of the best eateries in Queen West. Everything I ordered was perfect. I am an Italian food fanatic and was impressed with Terroni. The summers offer an amazing outdoor patio and cool vibe. The service is excellent and the staff is friendly and seem very devoted to ensuring your experience makes you happy. read more

I go here for a thin crust pizza. That's about it. I'm sure the other stuff is of decent quality. Looks as if it is, but why fix something that isn't broken read more

Absolutely amazing! We got one pizza for 2 people and we're both very satisfied. The staff was very attentive and there was plenty of space between us and the other guests. We were walking down Queen st looking for something/anything that was opened and this was a great surprise! I'd definitely go back ! read more

Delicious pastas and pizzas. Beautiful patio in the back with plants and trees! Perfect hang out spot with family and friends

Will not ever be attending nor will I recommend this location. Piss poor behaviour from the "MANAGER" towards a group of seniors the other night including lying to them and insulting them...I recommend he go on stress leave or let go. read more

I used to be a huge fan of Terroni and frequently went there for dinners with my girlfriends. No, the huge line up didn't bother me too much and the fact that the service is shit wasn't a deterrent either. However, the last time I went to Terroni I had never been so insulted by a restaurant in my entire life. To start off the waitress was a bitch but that is common there. She refused to tell us exactly what the specials were and wouldn't let anyone alter their dishes claiming it would compromise the integrity of the flavor. MY ASS! The PAYING customer should get what they want, no ifs ands or buts. They refused to make me a Panini the way I wanted it because it wasn't exactly on the menu even though they did have all the ingredients and it wasn't rocket science. They refused to take something OFF a pizza for my friend and when it came down to actually eating our meal they refused to give another friend Parmesan cheese on her pasta because it has shellfish in it. WHO THE FUCK DO THEY THINK THEY ARE? I will never go back to Terroni and I am spreading the word that they are pretentious and rude. Not only have they lost a very loyal customer but from now on they are blacklisted in my books. read more

Horrible experience. Arrived on time for reservation, before we even sat down, we were told that we had to give the table up by a certain time. Placed our order and I asked for the salad dressing to be on the side. They refused to do this. I requested the manager (who clearly has no formal training) and they still refused saying that I am "to taste the food as per their vision". Give me a break, Terroni is far from Michelin star restaurant...you are an Italian CHAIN. Suffice to say, we left and had a wonderful dinner at Rosedale diner. read more

Terroni didn't always suck. When it first opened the thin crust pizzas were a revelation, the cozy vibe a delight. Then they expanded and franchised. Something was lost. It's noisy and crowded, overpriced, and as noted, the service is too snobby for a restaurant at this level. Time was when you asked for cheese in this joint a giant block of grana padano housed in it's own grater was proffered. But don't ask for that now, you get a face full of daggers. You can still have fun and a good meal here if you come for lunch or mid-week (I'm talking Monday to Wednesday) and stick to pizza. I've given the pastas several chances and it's always bland and overcooked. Salads, as at so many other Toronto restaurants, are from that abominable prepacked mesclun mix with the rotted bits of radicchio in it. In summer the patio is nice. But there are too many caveats on this place now. What a shame. read more

I had a pretty decent meal here yesterday. I was seated right away although the place was full. I am sort of surprised that the bread they give you to munch on before the food comes wasn't better. It was just ok, and was cold. Service was spot on.... we asked our waiter to help with wines, and because we're typical chicks and the furthest thing from sommaliers, and he brought us exactly the kind of wine we wanted... fruity full and red. The main was delicious... and I thought it was the perfect serving of pasta... not too much... and probably the exact suggested serving of pasta that a nutritionist or dietician would suggest. The price is a little steep for what it is... $17 for pasta a la carte? But it was delicious. Good job Terroni. read more

I lived in the Queen West neighbourhood and frequented this restaurant regularly. The service is inconsistent but I've always liked the food. At times, the service is great and most of the time it's slow, but I had my worst restaurant experience at this restaurant. On a cold Friday night, I went to this restaurant with two girlfriends for dinner to catch up. After appetizers, our meal and some drinks, we continued to chat. The waitress, who was friendly at first, got annoyed that we had overstayed our welcome. She sighed and rolled her eyes at us when we ordered hot water. Unbelievable. Needless to say, I will not eat there again. read more

Terroni is a decent restaurant with mostly good food, knowledgeable waiters and decent wine. However, the food here is NOT worth the line ups and the pasta is inconsistent and a bit pricey given the quality/portions. Here's how the meal broke down: - Arrived at 5pm on Sunday (early!) and scored the last table, right near the door. Big mistake, as we sat down next to the door I knew the line up would start to bug my dining companions who are used to more spacious suburban restaurant. All that said, this all just equals Mostly because it's NOT WORTH THE WAIT, PEOPLE. (no effect on stars, just stating the facts) - Knowledgeable waiter suggested a mid-priced wine (delicious) and really tasty salads. +2 star. - Salads were all tasty and the portions were HUGE, great value! +1 star - Pasta recommendations were lacklustre and the not very tasty. -1 star - They REFUSED to add parmigiana to a seafood pasta dish. I am telling you, if you bill yourself as "authentic" Italian, you should never tell an Italian they cannot put parmigiana on their damned pasta. -1 star - The pizzas were tasty and very "authentic", definitely worth the dollars and reminded me of the time I've spent in Italy. +2 stars - Despite a good start, our waiter was not available throughout the meal and barely checked in with us. We would have bought some more of that delicious wine, for sure. -1 star I'll try to avoid going back, especially if there's a line. Even the delicious pizzas and salads were not enough to make me wait. And don't bother ordering the pasta if you're looking for an authentic experience - it's not that great and the portions are too small. Also, please note they don't make martinis. This includes Manhattans. So you've been warned! read more

Very nice space, especially the patio! The funghi is the best thing on the menu in my opinion, but the food is quite pricey in overall

Buyer beware...this was my second visit to this Terroni location. The food and atmosphere are fine however there are other better italian/pizza places in the area. My 2 star rating comes from the bill. As part of our meal, we ordered a half bottle of wine to share. When our bill arrived the price seemed a little high. On closer inspection we realized that although the description for our wine very specifically described the 1/2 bottle we had ordered, the price was that of the full bottle. We were given no apology from the server, or management. When the error is in the computer system , it makes me wonder how many other tables that night overpaid for their food and/or wine unknowingly. I'm guessing at least a few. Pretty sketchy Terroni...we won't be back. read more

My first and last time there...believe me! as everyone states it was quite busy...yes it was...authentic Italian? I think not.... the wine is so over priced its ridiculous! 3 pasta dishes 1 b ottle of wine another 1/2 litre and a personalized pizza with tiny bit of dessert split among 4 women...we spent $330!!!! now I understand that in "Italy" they do not use cheese on pasta with seafood...but as a paying client, if I ask for it you should bring it...no questions asked! I was told outright they would not give it to me...we tried a couple of other waiters and were told that if the others wished for more cheese they would be happy to add it to their dish but they would not leave any extra cheese on the table! WHAT THE HECK IS THAT ALL ABOUT???!!! it was a horrible experience that hurt my pocket quite a bit and the food was nothing to talk about. it was tasteless really and extremely expensive. I am paying for my food, I ask for something, you bring it....end of story... Terroni in my eyes is a poor excuse for an "Authentic Italian" restaurant. I will bring my business elsewhere where I don't get scolded like a child for asking for cheese! read more

went to terroni last night, and was surprised how busy the place was... but luckily there was no need to wait, and we were seated immediately in the 2nd floor dining area. on any given night, i think terroni is decent. the best of the decent in this neighbourhood for italian. a little pricey for the portions, in my opinion. however, last night the food was quite good. not sure what kind of olive oil they used, but it was very refreshing. the bolognese sauce was meaty and extremely tasty. the affogatto was well done as the scoop of ice cream had a layer of chocolate poured over it, and re-frozen, prior to the shot of espresso being poured on. very nice touch with the chocolate. would go again... except that the line-ups are always ridiculous. maybe i'll open another italian joint in the area because clearly... the demand is there :) read more

The pizza here is amazing. The meat and cheese board selection is also great. The pasta, not so much. My seafood pasta was overcooked and mushy the last time I came here. I'll probably just stick with the pizza next time. The atmosphere at Terroni is also why I love this place. It's a great place to go on a date, catch up with friends, or even host a small gathering. It's one of my go to places when I'm downtown :) read more

Great food some issues with the service that was too much or not enough, our waiter was not consistent at all in his service. Had the ravioli with the oyster mushroom and butternut squash an exciting and yummy portion of stuffed spinach pasta. the arugula salad was at best lacklustre and disappointing. read more

Went to the Terroni patio yesterday for dinner at this location. I've been to all the locations and food at all three are at the same level, that level being very very delicious. My go to dishes here are always the Funghi Assoluti which is a baked oyster mushroom served on arugula ... trust me, you must try this. The mushroom is covered with delicious bread crumbs and Parmesan and goes so well with the balsamic arugula. So so good. As a main, my favourite pasta here is the Tonnarelli alla Norcina (Italian black truffles, spicy sausage, pecorino and garlic ... ). Their pizzas are pretty good, my husband actually likes their pizza better than Libretto! I've never had their meat main dishes, but I've heard from my friends who have that it's better to stick to their pastas and pizzas. Service here is great (our waitress was Maia and she was great!) and in the summer, their patio is the perfect place to have some wine and a delicious meal. All in all, a great meal every time, never a disappointment. read more

i love the patio! so nice, romantic, cute, perfect. the food here is amazing here, its italian and its prepared very elegantly, fresh fresh fresh. most things are a made in house, the olives were to die for. the pasta is alaways perfect and not too starchie, the sandwich was full of fresh ingredients. it does get busy and filled up so there can be a bit of a wait, but if u want some really nice Italian food this is it, and oh the wine, tons of wine, some thing for every one!!! check it out! it will be worth it read more

Terroni - Olive plate - Italian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Mediocre. I really don't understand the fuss. It's as if Torontonians have never had proper Italian food before. Everything from the taste to the service is sub par. You'd have a better meal at an airport Sbarro. read more

Tiramisu was amazing . One of the best I've had so far :) seafood pasta also on point !

Mmmm, good! My Dad is in town for a visit and I wanted to take him somewhere cool, but accessible, and I had also wanted to go to Terroni since I have moved here recently from Vancouver and had heard good things about it. First thing: our party of three got there before 6pm. So early for dinner, but we were hungry. So happy we got there early in the end, since there was a huge line soon after. We had the grilled kalamari to start, Dad had the lamb gnocchi, my partner had the sausage pappardelle (alla Ilosa) and I had the rigatoni with fresh mozzarella, for dessert I had the panna cotta and we all drank a wonderful bottle of Pinot Nero. Food was delicious all around. I am half Italian and although this isn't what my Nonna would have cooked me, the flavours were on point and we all really enjoyed our meals. The lamb was cooked to perfection and the sausage so tasty - although it wasn't spicy at all. The pasta was delicious, cooked nicely al dente and you could tell it was fresh. The panna cotta was delicious and the coffee was also very good. A great meal. Ambiance was boisterous, but not too loud. The music they were playing was excellent, just like what I play at home and my partner was impressed ;) Service was great, friendly but not too chatty. Efficient, polite, there when we needed her, refilled our glasses when she came by even though she was busy. Cute girls also help :) We will go again! read more

I laugh when I go by Terroni every day on Queen W, with its line out the door. I will never wait in that line again. It's just dumb. I used to be a very regular patron, since back when it was just a narrow hallway of a resto (two reno's ago? at least 12 years ago). Sure the food is good but it's never worth having bad service and I endured their snooty service for many, many years until finally I just thought, What's the point in eating out? I can make great food at home. I want a pleasant time, not just a pizza. Now I avoid it like crazy but sometimes friends will still want to drag me there. That's fine, but I'll never pick it as a place to go for dinner. The service isn't always bad (just inconsistent and occasionally WTF) but I've felt unwelcome one, two, a hundred too many times. read more

Wow I haven't been to Terroni since my Pre-Yelp days (years ago!), and am asking myself why it took so long to come back. There's no questioning the resto's success having expanded with other locations, and there's a reason for this.... great food, service, atmosphere, and reasonable prices. My date and I both went on a Sunday evening with the intention of getting pizza, but as we were being seated, we noticed the in-house made pasta dishes of neighboring tables and decided to go that route. Because the pasta is made on the premises, you know you're in for fresh, delicious noodles. You simply can't go wrong with this option. I opted for the "Garganelli Geppetto" ($17.95) which contained ground sausage, and the unique flavouring of dandelions (slightly bitter, a lot like spinach), with a light olive oil dressing. Texture was spot on, noodles cooked perfectly and flavour, although subtle was quite good. I wish the sausage was a bit spicier, but that was fixed with Terroni's ADDICTIVE hot peppers. FYI you can buy jars of these peppers to take home... highly recommended! The lovely lady accompanying me went with a vegetarian option, "Agnolotti alla Bella Olivia" ($17.95). The dish keeps things simple with Mozzarella di Bufala, and zucchini in a light cherry tomato sauce with basil. I had a few bites of her dish and enjoyed the simple, yet flavorful plate. Clearly Terroni knows what they're doing when it comes to pasta. I'll be returning again soon for the Pizza. My hiatus from coming here was a good thing, as I get to experience it all over again as if it's the first time :) Highly recommend this location! read more

Ok, just briefly. I used to love the place, and would be there at least once a week. Ok, they got more expensive -- but I still went. The service was moody, but I decided it was charming. Today I went again after a year's absence, and they somehow lost their charm... they are too arrivée. And Libretto's pizza is, I am sorry to say, much better. And cheaper! read more

Rarely do I consider both the food and the service of an establishment outstanding, but this venue has earned my patronage and my 5 star yelp rating. We went to Terroni as a group of 6 without a reservation. We attempted to contact them to make a reservation, but as it was the Monday after Christmas and many groups were still putting together their holiday parties, they were unable to accommodate the reservation but welcomed us to come in as walk in guests. Due to the circumstances, this was completely understandable. My wife and I were the first to arrive from our group and the hostess was quick to acknowledge that we had a stroller. Now, I understand the etiquette of dining out. Although many young parents may argue it should be mandatory for restaurants to have ample space for strollers in their dining rooms, the simple fact is that sometimes despite the best efforts of management, there just is not enough room. As a new father and as someone who dines out frequently, this does not upset me. I do not expect the staff to bend over backwards to try to fit a stroller into their establishment, however when a genuine effort is made, it's greatly appreciated. The hostess offered to put our stroller in their basement and it was a welcomed surprise to see them proactively carry our bulky stroller to their storage compartment downstairs. Furthermore, for a packed restaurant that was not able to accept reservations, we were seated within 2 minutes of arrival. The remaining guests arrived and our drink orders were promptly taken. One of the other people in our party also had an infant (no stroller) and a high chair was immediately brought to our table with no issue. Fast forward through our warm, prompt service from our waitress (long haired, young Asian lady), to our food. My wife ordered the Tagliatelle alla Bolognese and I ordered the Puzza. My dish was fantastic- but was overshadowed by my wife's entre. Now, as previously mentioned, I dine out frequently. But this dish easily ranks as the top 5 pasta dishes I've ever had. If you ever venture out to this restaurant, this is what I recommend. I would also like to talk about the desert, but this review is getting too long and I don't feel like writing anymore. Let's just say this- we had the croissant with the nutella and gelato and it was phenomenal. Yelpers- this establishment has my strong recommendation. Management- if you read this, kudos. Thank you for a good experience. read more

The best thing about Terroni is probably the impossibly fresh chopped chillis that they serve as an accompaniment to their pizzas and pastas. As for the pizza, it was alright. We were about to leave the line that went out the door when we were called for an upstairs table. We were served by a harassed waiter (probably not his fault for his I'm-cooler-than-you-attitude as he was incredibly busy). In retrospect, it was kind of funny that I almost mangled the pizza trying to cut it with my dull dining knife as it comes whole, with a tough crust, on a slippery ceramic plate. read more

I've stayed in Italy many many times, I've lived in Toronto for 7 years. I eat out at different spots probably 4 times a week. I've eaten at all the Terroni locations. I am officially done giving them business and they really need to evolve and change. You can get the same menu at many different places with actual normal service, cut pizza and not cold pizza. its been over and over again that I've had service with sooo much attitude. the food is nothing special. over priced great locations and look just poor execution, they really need to change their tactics for their service. read more