I recently had a takeout meal consisting of burrata, pollo, and lemon tart. It was amazing!! Oh so delicious! I cannot comment just on one course, the whole meal was excellent!! I cannot wait to actually have this meal at the restaurant! The order was ready at the front desk of the hotel. No waiting. Such an easy process! read more

Love love love this place especially for Saturday brunch. Staff is always friendly and amazing. Food is (mostly) done well, aside from their eggs benny where I find their hollandaise sauce is a little on the runnier side. The price is definitely more than a regular brunch in Toronto but this isn't your regular brunch restaurant. It's all you can eat seafood buffet brunch where you can eat your little hearts out. Absolutely heavenly and would definitely recommend and return! Be sure to make a reservation! read more

The sunday bunch is defiantly an experience to try at least once. The food quality was superb in certain stations. Every thing was very fresh and nicely plated. Really enjoyed the seafood selection. The hot plate station was nothing special. I had high expectations for the egg Benny...the English muffin was so dried that I couldn't cut it and the sauce was so blah. Was it worth $85.00 per person? Maybe if you eat your worth in seafood which I did...Would I do it again? Probably not....unless I want to get my fill of seafood. read more

TOCA - Great seafood selection! - Italian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Came here for a dinner with coworkers, but could only stay for a drink and a quick app..but the visit left me wanting to come back! The restaurant itself is sophisticated and beautiful, very romantic feel. The wine list is lengthy, and the staff is incredibly accommodating, they made a surprise mock tail for some coworkers that down drink alcohol. The bread is deeeeelicious, especially the focaccia rosemary one..I'm drooling thinking about it. As for apps, I had a side of potatoes and they were crispy and baked to perfection. Wish I could have stayed for the pasta..but I'll be back next time. The customer service is impeccable and they are very accommodating of dietary restrictions. read more

TOCA - Italian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I came here to celebrate my birthday. The food was delicious, the server was very kind and the venue was really nice. Highly recommend trying the scallops which were my favourite! read more

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Decent service 3/5 Atmosphere 4.5/5 Food quality 4/5 Food portion 1/5 If you would like to go on a diet, definitely come here. The portions are so tiny, I was hungry after eating the entire bread/crackers basket and my entree sized meal (they have appetizer size meals). I weigh less than 100lb so it's not like I'm a huge eater. The portions are just so small, it's like going to sample foods. Speaking of sampling, they sell wines starting at 3oz glasses. Food tasted very good, but there are a LOT of other restaurants that have better or same quality food at way lower price points. My duck pasta tasted like good beef dumplings from China town for $5. Atmosphere is nice. Service was okay. I think there were several tables of business men who were regulars here, that our waitress was more focused on serving. Therefore our food was brought out by the table cleaners, not our waitress herself. He handed me ground pepper shakers that had no ground pepper in it. I tried to flag down our waitress and she was busy serving the regulars, by the time she came around my pasta was cold and I was pepper-less. Overall, it was good but I'm not interested in coming back. read more

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Food was very good with the exception of the pasta. The spaghetti in the amatriciana was a little too Al Dente, to the point of being undercooked. Other than that everything we had was delicious. The lobster caprese and scallops were excellent. I had the ribeye and it was cooked and seasoned perfectly. The side of farmer's market vegetables was huge and very tasty as well. Excellent customer service from our server Ali. He had good suggestions and knew the menu well. Very courteous and respectful. This is definitely on the high end price wise but the atmosphere is still very casual and relaxed. I had a gift card and had told the server before we started ordering just so he is aware. I was worried that we would get differential treatment but this was not at all the case. Great place for a special occasion. read more

I've been here multiple times for brunch and dinner. I was here for a dinner party in the private room with a special dinner menu and the experience made me want to come back for more. Pasta is always an excellent here. The weekend brunch is outstanding, probably one of the best brunch places in toronto consistent with a 5 Star hotel restaurant. The weekend brunch buffet includes cold seafood, oysters, chilled prawns and half small lobsters, sushi and sashimi, charcuterie, antipasto, salads, fresh bakery, carvery items usually prime rib and another meat, flatbreads, hot breakfast items and hot entrees. I've been here for two Christmas brunches and their holiday brunch is amazing. There are specialty cocktails, mimosas, decadent hot chocolate, all made to order, tuna crudo, few types of smoked fish trout and salmon, chilled seafood table, charcuterie and cheese, carvery prime rib and turkey, hot breakfast items eggs benedict, pancakes, French toast, flatbreads, chestnut gnocchi and hot items including sea bass filet. They had mushroom risotto served to you tableside. The dessert room is outstanding and had all the holiday desserts you could wish for, loved the fruitcake bites, macarons, fresh berries, ginger bruschetta, eggnog ice cream, Yule log. In the end you can't eat it all but you wish you could. Service is always excellent and the restaurant is beautiful and elegant. Holiday brunch is pricey at $109 pp for adults but well worth the price if you like quality and ambiance. Very kid friendly. This is my favorite brunch buffet in the city !! read more

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It's a 3.4. This review is for the Toca Sunday Brunch at $85/person. For the price, I was expecting at least entry level Vegas style buffet(not even close). I would not recommend this if you don't plan on eating a lot of lobsters, oysters, and drinking champagnes, mimosa, and bellini. The Good: -Lobster tails were good (although not big, I would say the lobsters were 0.5-0.7lbs each and they cut the tail in half) -Oysters were fresh (slightly better than the Spencers brunch and way way better than Spoonful/Imperial buffet) -Really no limit on the amount of lobsters and oysters! (And they replenish rather quickly) -Excellent service (drinks were filled without asking, plates were cleared) -Unlimited champange, mimosa, bellini, bloody caesar, coffee, tea, etc. -Most desserts were above average (Nothing Amazing though) The Average: -Lacked variety for the price. I got bored after the first 2 rounds. I would say about 15 hot items, 5 kinds of pastries, 3 types of cheese, about 15 veggie items, 6 types of cold seafood, 3 types meat/veggie mixed small cups, 3-4 types of sushi. -The "dessert cave" most reviews were raving about had about 10-12 desserts(Although as pointed out most desserts were above average) -Aside from the lobsters and oysters, most food items were just average or slightly above average (Nothing bad though) read more

Great dining experience if you're looking for good food that's not too experimental. On par with most hotel dining. read more

TOCA - Italian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Among my favourite restaurants ever. The first time I came here was for dinner. All the pastas were really good, the cheese cave was awe-inspiring and the service was excellent. Portions were a tad small considering the price point, and frankly would have left TOCA a 4 star rating because of that, had I not returned for the amazing Sunday brunch! The brunch, at $80-100 pp (gratuities included for larger parties) seems really pricey--and I usually would not go out for such expensive "brunches"--but this one was definitely worth it. We made reservations two weeks in advance but because of our 8+ group size could only manage to squeeze in at the 2:30 pm seating. A bit late to my liking but we were determined to try this brunch. When we arrived, there was a huge line...thanks to our reservations we were able to get seated right away! Winning points for the brunch: - Constant refills of Bloody Caesars, Mimosas, Peach Bellinis as you dine. If you like your alcohol, you could easily drink your $80 worth to be honest! - Excellent, excellent service as always. This is part of the experience and is partly what you're paying for. The waitstaff are friendly, very accommodating and know how to make your dining experience as smooth as possible. - Quality and variety of food. The cold seafood was so delicious--crab claws and lobster tails were sweet and fresh, shrimp and mussels were meaty, raw oysters were yum. They had smoked salmon, a charcuterie board, mixed salads. The tuna tartare and duck confit were especially delectable. They had a variety of hot entrees (grilled vegetables, chicken, fish, soup) and had a decent breakfast foods area (pancakes, sausage, egg frittatas, eggs benedict, assorted pastries) - Bread and cheese. The cheese comes specially from their cheese cave, and out of all the things to eat, I could literally just sit there and eat their bread with honey & cheese all day. - Carved roast beef. The most tender cut of beef I have ever eaten. Melts in your mouth. -Don't even get me started on the dessert. Chocolate and fruit everywhere, a nice creme brulee and best chia seed pudding I've ever had. Cakes and tarts all on point. Overall, giving TOCA 5 stars because every time i leave that place it's with a huge smile on my face and warm fuzzies in my stomach. Just be prepared for the bill. And beware of eating so much you can barely make it down the stairs afterward. Yes, that's a thing. read more

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Wandered into Toca for some absolutely delicious cocktails. I started off with a "Eve's Evening" - Vodka, roasted pineapple liquor, bitters, cherry Heering and nutmeg. Very refreshing and not too sweet. Beautifully presented. My date tried one called "Good Date" (hyuk hyuk) which was Canadian club, date and black pepper liquor with orange zest. Definitely a man drink but he seemed to enjoy it! At Toca you can try some "mini bites", "bigger bites" or shared plates if you sit by the bar, rather than have a full meal. We sampled some risotto balls and the braised lamb shank. I'm such a sucker for lamb shank (try saying that 5 times fast!) and the lamb here did not disappoint. I would definitely like to wander back to Toca for a complete meal, because the menu looks ridiculous (in a good way!) Service was fantastic and our server knew his stuff! read more

Doctor Dopey took me to Toca by Tom Brodi at the Ritz-Carlton for my birthday. The menu looked so intriguing - how could I resist? We arrive around 5:45PM to a relatively empty restaurant - it was still early and they had just opened at 5:30PM. We were seated promptly, and offered water (still or sparkling). Then our drink orders were promptly taken. I ordered the Chili-Lychee Collins and Doctor D ordered a Grey Goose & Tonic. The lychee cocktail was quite refreshing and rather interesting as it contained maple-glazed chili peppers, lime leaves, and a pomegranate-poached lotus root. It was refreshing and not too sweet. The bread basket was brought with some butter. A nice, crusty bread - and it was warm too! For starters I ordered Foie Gras - if there is foie gras on the menu I almost always order it. Doctor D ordered the Fancy Fish and Chips made with Lobster instead of fish. I was thoroughly disappointed with my foie gras. What a waste of a duck's life to have it so ill-prepared. I would expect a dining establishment such as Toca to at least know how to cook a foie gras properly. The outside was not seared right, and the inside, while still soft and creamy was not a melt-in-your-mouth. It was served with poached rhubarb and housemade cotton candy. I don't discourage culinary creativity - but this combination just seemed crazy weird to me! This was a "trying too hard" dish. The Fancy Fish & Chips were amazing - we substituted the frites with the Kennebec Frites (w/ Thunder Oak Gouda) . This was definitely a redemption for my ill-prepared appetizer. The lobster just melted in your mouth with a light batter and served with a tartar sauce. The fries were delicious and sprinkled with gouda cheese flakes. For mains I ordered the Lamb Saddle. The moment it arrived at my table I could smell the gamey-ness of the lamb. However, when I actually ate it, it was surprisingly not gamey - though Doctor D begged to differ. It was not what I would call tender, though it was not overcooked. The gnocchi was a little overcooked (e.g. mushier than al dente), but I loved the spiced carrots. However, once again, Doctor D prevails in menu selection as his Pan-Seared East Coast Scallops were absolutely amazing! I was blown away just by the sheer size of the scallops. I had never seen such big ones in my life (that's what she said!). They were seared perfectly, and served with a fava bean purée and sour cream w/ abitibi caviar. I felt the scallops were best consumed on their own, net of the accompaniments to truly taste the flavour stemming from the natural juices of the scallops. Verdict: The crowd is definitely older. Mostly form the "old boys club" of financial district workers. Definitely not a hip nor trendy place to go. The service was great - they had ample wait staff, and everyone was polite. The bill came to $196 w/ tax and tip so it ain't cheap. For that price point I expected more. The foie gras was a real disappointment for me. I would probably come back to Toca again sometime in the future for a special occasion but it definitely fell short of my expectations. read more

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We had reservations with a group of friends on a Saturday night for 5:30pm and the timing was perfect because this restaurant was incredibly busy as the night wore on - not sure if it was because of a typical summer Saturday night or the tourists because Toca is located in the Ritz Carlton. Almost everyone had the tasting menu (foie gras, a lobster pasta, beef cheek and chocolate ganache) and I would get it all over again. The foie gras, though rich, was balanced by toast and get this - a red onion sorbet. The combination was the most bizarre-sounding yet one of the best I've ever had. The sorbet was sweet and cold with a red onion twist. And initially, it seemed strange with the hot and cold, but it was perfect. The lightness, sweetness and tartness of the sorbet counter-balanced the fois gras. If I could go into a Baskin Robbins and ask for a red onion sorbet I would. I could easily eat 10 of these. The only other appetizer that can rival this for me is Michael Mina's tuna tartare. The lobster pasta was nice and light despite being pasta. The serving size was just right, giving me a great taste of it but not over the top so that I felt uncomfortably full after (with not enough space for the rest of the menu). They gave a good-sized lobster claw and with the al dente paste, perfection again. The beef cheek was incredibly tender - cooked just right. It was tender and juicy, on a bed of potato mash and gravy. I love beef tongue and the texture was similar, except it was a thicker meat. This was also very rich. Lastly, the chocolate ganache was lovely as well. The coffee grinds and maple ice cream were a nice compliment and the ganache itself, light and slightly rich. Some friends also had the wine pairing ($95 for the tasting menu and $45 for the wine pairing) and the wines (including an icewine at dessert) they said were perfectly complimentary. They said the chianti served with the beef cheek was just right. My husband was the only one not ordering the tasting menu - we were told that the signature ravioli was one of the best dishes so he decided to get that. He loved (and so did I). I would come back and try that as my main next time. The service and atmosphere here were bar none. The server thoroughly explained each wine we ordered (including the single servings) and when our food was brought to us (we were a party of 8), there were 3 to 4 servers who laid our food down so that the rest of the table wasn't always kept waiting. Even as one of us went to the washroom, a server just passing by would pick up our napkin left on the seat and fold it nicely, leaving it back on the table for us. I'm so glad we came here and I would definitely recommend this restaurant and come back. We're told that the breakfast (particularly the scrambled eggs) are excellent, so that may be something we'll try as well. read more

Mary Mary (sorry didn't get a last name) gave us the best service and also a tip on how to brew a better cup of T. When using delicate green tea leaves, toss in a cube or two of ice to prevent possible burn and bitterness. Good food, we went with several starters due to time constraints, salad, roasted roots tubers etc, shrimp. Zowie, I just remembered, she was very generous with her time and made us feel special for our wedding anniversary celebration. Tops to her for that. Hope to make it back someday! Please visit this place often and keep it in business for us, thanks. Enjoy! read more

All your can eat brunch before Mother's Day. I love how much oysters that we can have plus unlimited mimosas. The oysters aren't as big but is super fresh. The lobster tail and clams are also really good. I didn't try much else other than seafood but whatever I have is def worth the dollars. Will def recommend for seafood lovers. For desert I love creme brûlée with passion fruits. Super friendly and fast service. read more

The Ritz and Toca management have done an excellent job at planning this fresh, innovative new Toronto restaurant. The layout is modern, but not overly trendy. The menu is distinctly Canadian, but not in your face ingredient wise. Service is very "grassroots" but knowledgeable and appears to truly enjoy their work. Servers have a range of knowledge, including expert knowledge regarding their unique cheese room and corresponding selection. The Sommelier had a strong background, but I would recommend a change in his clothing attire. A cheap suit doesn't convey class and management should point this out. That being said, he selected a beautiful wine for the evening and I think the wine list has potential. The menu consisted of a divine bone marrow infused crab meat starter. Although not as rich as I would have thought, it was nicely presented and flavorful. The main was the lamb saddle, which was elegantly presented and full of succulent flavors. Highly recommended. A cheese selection was selected for the final course and really presented a tantalizing treat by the end of the meal. I suggest you have a guided tour through the cheese room prior to tasting. The restaurant is not stuffy and the dress code could be considered business casual. Good luck and enjoy Toca! read more

Came here for their famous Sunday brunch. I'm impressed. Cold stuff: lobster, shrimp, oysters, smoked salmon and other cold cuts, various salads. I wish they would cook the seafood and have a hot version available. Food always seem bland when they are cold, maybe it's just me, I am not a cold food eater... Carving station: perfect medium rare ribeye with a wonderful berry sauce. My only complaint is that it is lukewarm. If only it can be kept more heated without it being overcooked... Hot foods: fish, chicken, omelet station, standard stuff Dessert: my favorite part of the meal! All very high quality stuff, lots of mousse cakes and other stuff that is on par with what is offered in the best bakeries in Toronto. Service: Wonderful, as expected for a place like this! They did a lovely birthday cake thing for my mom. Parking: valet parking only. $10. Not bad for the location and service. read more

Slooooow service!!! Tues night, so only a few tables occupied. No reason we should have to wait 30 min even before our drink order was taken and another 20 min to actually get the wine. Our whole meal was just waiting around for food that was fine. Well cooked, but nothing stood out. Definitely wouldn't recommend it. There are so many great food experiences to have in the city, this one isn't worth the cost of parking. read more

I was expecting more from the Ritz...coffee was bitter...waited a long time for the order... Food was fine. Just seemed really loud and we were in a high traffic area. Didn't expect that at 10:00 am. Perhaps just a unfortunate set of timing and seating. read more

One of the best places to "see and be seen" in Toronto, and one of the few places I and my friends go out of the way to make a yearly pilgrimage to. TOCA is the Toronto Ritz-Carlton's signature restaurant, and it is one of the most interesting and classiest places to visit during the Toronto International Film Festival. Walk in here any day the festival runs and you're bound to see celebrities. George Clooney has frequented both this and the Ritz bar near the front of the hotel. Agents and reps from various film studios meet here to finalize deals for movies. It's a frequent site for people of all types to hang out and converse all things film-related. I have been here many times over the years, and love the ambience and relaxed (but busy) atmosphere the restaurant provides. I have fond memories of hanging out here with coworkers and a pair of nice actresses we met at a party down the road, and enjoying vodka tonics as we talked about the entertainment industry. The prices are also pretty reasonable, at least as far as drinks and snacks are concerned. Also, if anyone from the restaurant is reading this, I apologize for the following: 1) Sneaking in the back door of the restaurant after getting turned away when I tried to walk in the front door. 2) Borrowing a Sharpie from one of the hostesses so I could draw a symbol on my hand so I could bluff my way into a Hello Canada party. 3) Fanboying over various celebrities and stars. It was a momentary thing, I swear. That is all. If you're in Toronto, you owe it to yourself to check out TOCA. Come here on a warm summer's night and I can guarantee you'll have an amazing time. read more

Ah, brunch... The perfect alternative to a fancy dinner, because it gives me the whole day to recover! We stayed for an exceptionally long brunch since we were celebrating the anniversary, about 2.5 hours. The oysters, crab claws, lobster tails and shrimp were all super fresh and in high demand. Lucky for us, we had a table with a view of the seafood, so always saw when things got refilled. Mimosas constantly refilled. Napkins constantly refolded when we were away from the table. Plates always cleared. Impeccable. The cooked food was a bit lacking... Beef Wellington was dry. Omelette station with delivery to the table was a nice touch, but my egg white Omelette was wayyyy too salty! For the dessert room, the chocolate mousse was perfectly rich, and macarons were surprisingly on point! Overall, good value for me since I eat seafood like a shark, and drink mimosas and caesars endlessly. Loved my experience! read more

Went here last Saturday for a nice dinner with a couple, and I'm sad to say we came away rather underwhelmed. Toca had come critically acclaimed by foodie friend and Yelper alike, but unfortunately this experience did not deliver. Service was rather atrocious, with long gaps intervals between our drinks, incorrect orders ending up on our table, food being taken away prematurely (on more than one occasion). Sadly the food itself was only so-so and couldn't save the day. We had the lamb sliders, octopus salad, Brie, braised lamb shank, venison... And there was not a single dish that made me "ooh" or "ahh" in appreciation. Given the steep price tag, I expected more. You'll get a much better experience at the same price point at Canoe or Splendido. read more

Webt back to Toca last night for the most enjoyable of evenings. There was a great energy about the place and a big group of women gave a real happy vibe to the restaurant. My meal was simply fantastic. I had a tenderloin which I ordered well done because that's the way I like it and it was the juiciest steak I've ever had. I truly love Toca - by far my favourite in Toronto. From the serving dishes. to the elegant and spotless restrooms my entire time spent here has always been 100% enjoyable. On to more serious matters - had the Walnut Souffle for dessert - just incredible. Was one bite in when I wondered should I order a second one but I just about controlled myself, If you have not tried the Souffle - I feel for you!!!!! Can't wait to return - a very, very happy customer! read more

What a treat! We had the best experience at Toca! It is an expensive treat but delicately fuzed together delicious flavors from executive chef Tom Brodi. Well worth it, it's fine dining people, so expect the price! We started with the FANCY FISH AND CHIPS... Ummm breaded lobster!??! With a side of breaded avocado. It came with a sick tartar sauce... Yum. I don't usually like deep fried stuff but I ate this lightly battered delicious fish dish. I had the MAPLE SEA BASS which was awesome, it melted in your mouth like butter. I have never had fish like this, it was cooked to perfection! After getting a special visit from Chef Tom Brodi, it was a treat when he escorted us to the cheese cave, and popped open a bogle of ice wine! He selected a perfect blend of cheeses for us to sample! It was quite treat! We got a sneak peak of the chef table too, it was quite a special occasion! We had some delicious champagne and great service. Reading the last posting, I think we had Mary too and she was perfect - she recommended and listened. They had a pro for everything a wine Connoisseur, a cheese pro (affineur). Great experience, one of the best I've had! Looking for a fancy treat, go to the ritz! read more

What a difference a visit makes! I have been to TOCA once before and had some concerns. However as I have said before, it's not whether a restaurant will ever have a bad day, (because sometimes that kind of day is just out of their control), but rather how they address those concerns. In TOCA's case, the management heard and responded to my concerns and addressed them head on. My second visit was superb and there are many reasons for that. However here is what you need to know to have a wonderful experience at TOCA. If you haven't been there, and you are in the area, walk in and ask to have a look at the seating options. There is an area with lots of daylight which is basically on the outside the restaurant. Inside, while there is less daylight, the seating options are much greater. The lighting is softer, there are tables as well as round benches and there is a private room for power lunches. The benches ate great for intimate dining. Although I wish that's restaurants published a seating chart so you get a feel for the seating options, the next best thing is for you to ask to see what they options are once your there or to was reviews like this one that describe the seating. Yes, the meal at TOCA is not inexpensive, however the prices are fair for the location, quality of the food and the professional service. The Zuppa Crema (butternut squash soup) was excellent and the Branzino was tender and flavorful. Served warm with some greens. And the expresso macchiato was properly served in an espresso cup. Service by Stephanie was very pleasant and professional and we never felt rushed. I do believe my faith is once again restored in a world class brand in the Ritz Carleton and TOCA. If you like cheese, they have a cheese cellar and they will gladly give you a tour. The wine selection is also extensive. And they will subsidize your parking at the Ritz for 50% of the total. Well (re) done. read more

Went here for an anniversary, food was amazing (small portions, decent pricing). Their cheese menu was amazing and such a great treat. They also gave us complimentary desserts for our anniversary, which was well appreciated! read more

I came here last weekend for the Sunday Buffet brunch. Service was great, they refill your unlimited Bellini/ mimosa constantly (+1 bonus point) The antipasto and seafood bar was fresh, if you love oysters, you'll be in heaven. The cheese bar was lacking.The pastries looked store bought/dry. The pancakes were delicious, very fluffy. Cold appetizers - unique and tasty, presentation was nice but i wish there was more variety. The hot entrees ...not my favourite section - chicken was dry and tasteless, the fish - same thing. The dessert section: the creme brulee and pana cotta was delicious!! Macaroons didn't taste fresh. Overall, i don't think i would go back for a while. The food was simple, there were a few unique pieces but i couldn't get over the price. After tips and tax, you're looking at over $100 per person. Maybe if you stuff yourself with 100 oysters, it's worth it. read more

4 stars for: Great ambiance, service, presentation, and cheese aging room. Pricey for what they served, even at a high end place. $40 for 4 scallops entree. An entree is typically 6 scallops. Wouldn't come back here again since the food wasn't stellar and worth being inside the Ritz. read more

TOCA - Scallops with aged balsamic vinegar. Very well cooked but small portion for being an entree. - Italian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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I would say 0 star. Very bad service and management team for Ritz Carlton. Keep looking for our server during our brunch and he keep serving our next table. Food was great but service need to improve. Won't come back again. read more

Excellent place. I stop by many times and it's the place where they actually say to you "Merry Christmas" I usually come here and meet friends. Now they have an actual size ginger house. It looks awesome. Want to eat it with milk read more

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Wandered in after a meeting at the nearby RBC building, looking for a quick drink with a friend. Based on where the bar was located (ahem, in the Ritz Carlton) I was expecting astronomical prices... but not so! We even were offered complimentary bar snacks! The decor was amazing - from the astroturf patio outside to the dramatic high ceilings inside, it all looked cool. I only wished the staff had been a bit more attentive - I discreetly asked for the cheque when my friend got up to use the restroom, and the server seemed more concerned with her coworkers at the bar than processing my payment. Service needs fine-tuning, but overall it was worth checking out. read more

Wednesday night dinner: The restaurant quite busy, mostly after work + tourist types. The food was very average. Seafood pasta quite spicy though we asked for non-spicy...the risotto was very crunchy (maybe intended that way but tasted like eating grains). Our waitress disappeared halfway and I had to rudely flagged down another guy to get our bill. In my opinion, for much better food + service at a hotel nearby, Bosk at Shangri La. For much better Italian food, Buca. read more

This restaurant is up there with the best of the city. Luxurious ambiance wraps you around with impeccable service to back that up. The restaurant is on the 2nd floor giving you the view of the streets below. I liked the openness of the ambiance. I came here with the girls for dinner but ended up ordering a bunch of snack-size dishes. We ordered and shared flatbread, fondu, salad, smoked salmon, cheese balls and more, which all turned out to be delicious! We especially liked fondu as it was fun to eat it , and the bread that came with was phenomenal. Mini sandwiches were memorable too. All foods we tried were exquisite, and we don't have anything bad to say about them. For the prices portions were lacking but everything looked so pretty and cute. Foods arrived at random order but quickly. The drinks were not as good though. The waiter seemed to have forgotten about our cocktails but they were not worth the extra wait. This restaurant is fit for any special occasion you might be planning: Date, anniversary, birthday and so on and such. It is a romantic place also, which is perfect for dates. read more

Went for their summerlicious special and it was great. thought the portion sizes would be tiny but they were actually pretty good sized. All the dishes were quite good. read more

TOCA - Italian Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Fantastic service, ambiance and decor. The food doesn't live up to its price tag. While everything we had was well cooked, and tasted great it just wasn't out of this world. When your competing to be a top Italian restaurant / fusion red you really have to be at another level. Having eaten at Buca, Buca Osteria, Terroni, and Charisma I would recommend those before Toca. I would go back again though just not before going to the above restaurants again! read more

Yummy food and friendly service! They offer a salad bar for lunch now and it's amazing! They offer soup, focaccia bread, protein (meat or quinoa), cheese, greens, veggies and a variety of dressings! read more

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Have eaten here several times for the delicious brunch on Sunday's and for dinners and lunches ! My favourite simple classic is the truffle fries. Great selection for food and drinks, only sometimes I found the food to be too salty read more

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I've been here on two occasions and in between they had changed the menus. First time around my experience was excellent. They had at the time a butternut squash ravioli which was amazing. That is now gone and replaced with a standard cheese ravioli. Still tasty because of the cheese and sauce used, but not quite as good. The serving size was terribly unsatisfying, which is unreasonable given the price charged. But that's what happens when you're located in a Ritz. Decor and ambience are nice, so I guess that's what you pay for. Service is courteous and professional, but the second time around it was strangely slow. Bottom line is that the food is pretty good, just doesn't do the price justice. Doesn't matter that it's in the Ritz. All in all, personally, I'd rather head up to King Street and find something there. read more

Normally I don't like eat bread but this time the burger bread wasvery crispy and I cannot resist it. Crab burger was awesome. Muahroom soup was okay I would say. The service needs to be proved cause I have waited for so long but there's only 2 tables left. read more

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