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    Trattoria Nervosa

    3.7 (480 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Pizza, Salad
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Loud
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Melissa Y.

    A suggestion that was not worth taking~ We really wanted to love this restaurant, but it was a bit disappointing. When I mentioned that we dined here to one of the locals, she told us that this a tourist trap. I wish I knew this before making reservations. Sometimes where all the tourists go are not always the best. The restaurant is in a small house with 2 floors. The hostess brought us to the top floor but when I saw where we would be seated I asked to be sat downstairs instead. The ambiance is loud, but with an open kitchen concept which I really enjoyed since we had front row seats to the chef. It's a true Italian restaurant, one that you would probably find in Rome or another popular Italian city. Most of the waiters have an Italian accent which I loved. Our server Luka was nice but reminded me of an "order taker" and not an actual server. Trust me I know the difference. You know the servers that really have passion for what they do and they give you their full attention, suggestions, and go above and beyond with their service? That is a true server. We were not so lucky. We ordered an app. the Carpaccio di Manzo that was ok. We also ordered a bottle of their Valpolicella. For entrees, we shared a Margherita pizza and Bolognese. They were also ok. I remembered enjoying the pasta more since the pizza was extremely thin and a bit undercooked. For desserts, we shared their Cannoli which was good. Overall this restaurant experience was ok and next time I probably will head to Little Italy for Italian food. I heard it is much better!

    Tiramisu
    Harshini R.

    They don't take reservations. Its walk in only but we had no trouble getting seated right away on a Friday at 6:30 pm. They didn't really rush us out either after we finished our meal. Service was good. Little slow as they got busier but our server was extremely friendly and made some great recommendations, even though we were always going to get those exact items lol. We got a Lambrusco and glass of white wine. The Lambrusco was the better choice. For good we got the bruschetta, risotto nervosa, and tiramisu. I wish restaurants served apps in even or odd portions based on your party size. I'm even happy to post for an extra bruschetta rather than having to split the 3rd. It gets messy! It was very tasty though. The risotto nervosa was heavy and had great flavor. The braised short beef was tender and well cooked. Easily shareable if you get another small dish. The pizzas looked terribly soft and the crust looked undercooked so we chose not to get one. Three tiramisu was delicious. Overall, good experience. I'd go back and try other dishes.

    Mafalde and risotto nervosa
    Amelia K.

    Be aware before u go - they can't accommodate ur dish. First of all, I love Italian foods. Pasta, pizza, and a good slab of mortadella sandwich are love of my life. Foods here were delicious (esp mafalde) except the risotto nervosa. Risotto nervosa was shockingly salty-even for me and i eat really salty compared to avg ppl. When we asked if they could make it less salty, the server brought it to the chef and delivered the chef's msg "we cook it this way and even we remake it, it'll be the same saltiness and cant be adjusted." Even cheaper Italian or brunch spots accommodate basic requests, but not here. We also ordered 3 diff dishes and were only given one serving utensil. Honestly, the service was the WORST l've experienced lately. We went to Bar Sugo for dinner after lunch at here, as u know Bar Sugo is much affordable and less fancier than this place and even Bar Sugo offered to accommodate our needs on their pizza (and we didnt asked for anything tho). From this experience, I'd not even want to give a 1 star bc of their amazingly poor SERVICE. However the atmosphere was good but still, I think dinning experience is a whole package- food, service, and ambiance.

    Sam S.

    This Italian restaurant in Yorkville offers a delightful dining experience with its charming patio and cozy indoor seating. The service here is exceptional, and the food arrives promptly after ordering. Additionally, the patio areas are pet-friendly, making it a great spot for families.

    Alyssa Z.

    Food: 4 | Service: 4 | Atmosphere: 4 Spend the morning in Yorkville and decided to go in a solo lunch. I've had this place on my bucket list and I'm glad I had the time. I walked in. It was busy, but I was greeted very quickly. When I said table for one she was really nice and placed me by the window perfect place to people watch. It was busy, but the waiter came rather quickly very warm and friendly service genuinely made me laugh. My ordered the mushroom pasta and a white sangria. I promise you not even 15 minutes later the food had came to the table. I guess it's easier when you're solo dining. The mafalde was delicious. Mushroom versus pasta was very proportionate and the flavours was exactly what I was anticipating. I definitely was full after a few bites, but I was very excited to take it home. I appreciate that I was given the space to enjoy my meal and I didn't have the feeling of being rushed even though it was a busy Saturday. Thank you so much for a great experience.

    Beef carpaccio
    Isabelle C.

    Came here for the first time for dinner. The food was good, I enjoyed the mushroom pasta. Service was okay. Tables are seated quite close, felt a bit squishy.

    Cat L.

    Love, love, love the mafalde funghi pasta here! We got here just after 8pm on a weekday night, and while we weren't able to be seated indoors, it was a nice and warmer October evening to be out on the patio. Service was prompt and efficient, and the food came out very fast.

    Bread basket and carpaccio
    Mona W.

    My go to place for a self indulgent meal at the end of a long week. It's got a cozy second floor and a chattier first floor. I like the second floor better since the first floor can get pretty loud depending on the day. The servers always ask which floor if there's space and are always attentive throughout the meal. My favorite combination is the carpaccio with the focaccia bread. The pasta is always good but I always end up wanting more carpaccio, which is not on the takeout menu. Sangria goes well with the meal and I prefer the red over the white here. Highly recommend the bread + carpaccio combo

    Margherita
    Sam K.

    Best pasta in the city. Super cute pizza they made for Valentine's Day. Always a great meal and recommend the kale salad as well.

    Adri R.

    By far and away, my favorite meal during my time in Toronto was at Trattoria Nervosa. Knowing it would be hard to get a seat, I arrived at 5:30 PM and was fortunate enough to secure a spot upstairs, overlooking the glitz and glamour of Yorkville Ave. The menu offered many wonderful options, but I knew I wanted to start with a charcuterie board and follow it up with their fresh pasta Bolognese. Both dishes exceeded my expectations. The pasta Bolognese was fresh, rich, and perfectly cooked, making it a truly memorable meal. Trattoria Nervosa provided an exceptional dining experience with its delicious food, great service, and vibrant atmosphere. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting Toronto.

    Beef carpaccio
    John Y.

    Beautiful weather for Canada Day, took advantage of the ROM free admission. Decided to find a nice patio for dinner in Yorkville, I swear. every other car I saw was either a Lamborghini, Corvette or a luxury European model. Didn't see one Tesla, lol. I guess climate change/carbon taxes are the furthest from their minds. They have a second floor patio, beware, it can get hot when the sun is shining. Ordered the funghi pizza and beef carpaccio. Pizza was ok, crust could have been crispier and it needed additional seasoning. Beef carpaccio was good, meat was fresh and had clean beefy flavor profile. Service was excellent and efficient, our waiter was friendly and helpful. Would I go back, maybe. Need to try their pasta dishes to be fair, but I would stay away from their 2nd floor patio and go for their street level patio instead.

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    Lucy W.

    Trattoria Nervosa THIS ITALIAN RESTAURANT in Toronto Canada was so good, I kind of want to go to Canada just for it THIS KALE salad is the only Kale salad I enjoy, Nduja Pizza Tomato sauce, fior di latte, smoked provalone, roasted peppers & wild flower honey. The pizza was outrageously tasty ! The flavors were all super rich and I loved the texture of the pastas here : Mafalde Ai Funghi Mushroom so good! ‍ 9/10 for me THE TIRAMISU was like a fluffy creamy delicious dream, strong and bold :) Follow me for more food vlogs - "LIVING WITH LUCI"

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    Jessica M.

    I went here on a weekday for a farewell dinner for one of my coworkers and had a great time on the upstairs area. This place doesn't take reservations but we were able to walk right in at 5:30 pm on a weekday (but I have heard it can get pretty busy)! Service was very fast as it wasn't busy. The seating was beautiful and very comfortable yet spacious - we sat upstairs. We got the following: - Mafalde al funghi: A signature dish - very very mushroomy and super rich. I honestly think this is a must-have here. The noodle texture really soaks up the sauce and you get a truffle-y, umami goodness in every bite! 9/10 - Lasagna: Personally I found the portion/presentation a little lacklustre but there's not much more you can do with a piece of lasagna. I didn't try it but my coworker said it was delicious and, despite looking small, quite filling. 8/10 - Rigatoni bolognese: Looked and tasted absolutely amazing, a pretty standard, no-fail dish. Lots of meat and the pasta was cooked perfectly. 8/10 - Chocolate cake: Very rich and very decadent. Not my preferred type of dessert, but if you like this, then it is very well done. I really enjoyed the pistachio gelato though! 7/10 - Tiramisu: Absolutely delicious. It's thick, creamy, but also very light. The mascarpone was perfect and the portion was huge which was a great surprise. We all shared it between the 3 of us and we all had a good amount. 10/10 - Sunshine punch cocktail: We got 3 of these and they were a great pair to have with all of our dishes! 9/10 Overall this place is great to stop by if you are craving Italian food in the Yorkville area. Highly recommend but it may be hard to get a seat during busy hours!

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    Excellent place in Yorkville including the service and the food, definitely a place where I will return as soon as I get an opportunity

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