Category: Restaurants

It’s barbecue season, but for those of us without our own grills, a new spot in The Junction is the answer for when the hot dog cravings hit.  Taking over the former Raw Chemist Juice Bar on Dundas St. W., Tino’s officially opened in early May, offering a selection of fully-loaded gourmet hotdogs, snacks and … Continued

Stepping into 1147 Ristorante, located at 1147 Davenport Road, feels like walking into the pages of Architectural Digest. Opened on June 19, this refined Italian restaurant offers a truly unique dining experience, featuring an interior designed by Archi Designo. The space is defined by its curved walls, modern sculptures, and a palette inspired by nature … Continued

If Toronto cool lives anywhere, it’s Ossington in the summer. This stretch gets even busier when the weather warms up, and the steady stream of new restaurants only adds to the buzz. Here are six recent openings everyone’s talking about. Linny’s   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Linny’s (@linnysrestaurant) Framed … Continued

José Hadad, founder of Mad Mexican Restaurant and handmade salsas, started his business in 2005 with only $120, making guacamole out of his one bedroom apartment. He’d moved to Canada from Mexico only four years previous to pursue his love of cooking and attend culinary school at George Brown College, after which he began working under … Continued

On June 22,  Schmaltz Appetizing — the pint-sized deli-slash-bagel shop from Toronto’s very own Anthony Rose — is hosting a one-night-only face-off between two cured meat legends: Dunn’s Famous Smoked Meat from Montreal, and Rose & Sons’ house pastrami. The rules are simple: Two sandwiches enter. You eat both (or don’t). You judge (or don’t) … Continued

The Food Dudes — the Toronto hospitality group are opening a new burger spot. Rasa Burger is set to launch inside Chef’s Hall. The concept comes from the same team behind upscale Rasa (a Bib Gourmand) and the Michelin-recommended Sara. But don’t expect a fine dining spot; this time they’re keeping it casual. According to … Continued

If anyone can provide an honest critique of Toronto’s Italian restaurant scene in its current capacity, it’s Jess Maiorano. After launching her online business-turned storefront success, Pasta Forever, during the height of the pandemic, two weeks ago, Maiorano and her business partners Madeleine Hayles and Edward Anderson opened Zia’s Place just down the street. “Other … Continued

Toronto’s dining scene never slows down and neither does food influencer Rick Silver (@dicksworld). He’s back to deliver more of his unfiltered critiques on five spots that are either living up to the hype or falling flat. From hype-worthy hits to disappointing misses, Rick offers honest, no-holds-barred opinions. When Rick speaks, you listen. 1. Lazy … Continued

The west end has long been Toronto’s go-to for buzzy restaurants, packed tables and menus that keep food lovers coming back. But with the crowds come the downsides — long waits, loud rooms and servers who sometimes seem like they’d rather be anywhere else. Maybe it’s time for a change of pace. Over in the … Continued

Little Italy’s latest elevated Indian restaurant is committed to not only serving food that tastes good while you’re consuming it, but is good for you even years down the line. From the ownership team behind the Michelin-recognized Bar Goa and named for the Hindi word for “soul,” ROOH showcases India’s rich culinary history and ancient … Continued

A bankruptcy notice dated June 11 has appeared in the window of Ascari Enoteca, the popular Leslieville Italian restaurant known for its handmade pasta, impressive wine list and intimate 38-seat dining room. Located at 1111 Queen Street East, the restaurant has been a staple in the east end for over a decade, earning praise from … Continued