Category: Restaurants

Warm weather in Toronto moves fast —  one minute it’s May, the next your Aperol spritz is freezing over. So we asked some of the city’s top social media influencers where to eat outdoors while the sun’s out and the people-watching is at its peak. Here are the 6 hottest patios according to Toronto’s top … Continued

Looking for the best new restaurants in Toronto this week? The city’s dining scene keeps growing, and this week there are 10 new spots worth checking out. From a Turkish brunch café serving pistachio pancakes on Queen West to a Korean draft makgeolli brewery on Dundas West, the city is offering plenty of fresh excuses … Continued

Midtown residents who spent years passing the corner of Eglinton and Redpath can finally stop wondering. After a long stretch of “coming soon” signs and endless local Reddit threads, the Harp Tavern officially opened its doors in April. The team is headed by the Quinn family and Shaun Ruddy — the man behind Toronto’s St. … Continued

Toronto chef Kaitlyn Lasagna (better known as @thedonlasagn) has the kind of name that’s almost too perfect for the job. Raised in an Italian household where food was at the centre of nearly everything, Lasagna has spent years cooking and working through some of Toronto’s most beloved kitchens. Now, she is stepping into something of … Continued

In the span of a single week, two of Toronto’s most prominent dining rooms moved in completely opposite directions. Michelin-recommended SARA announced it was ditching choice for a mandatory seven-course ‘Journey’ while others doubled down on the flexibility of à la carte. It raises a massive question for the city’s food scene — in a … Continued

Between the big-energy late-night clubs and happy hour hot spots, King Street has hatched a new morning destination. Since its late-April debut, Eggslut has gone viral for far more than just its cheeky name — it’s the elevated breakfast fare that’s actually keeping the crowds. Anticipation was inevitable. Known for its blend of classic comfort … Continued

Mississauga’s Ridgeway Plaza got a surprise dose of soccer royalty this week when Brazilian legend Ronaldinho Gaúcho stopped by Sumaq Iraqi Charcoal Grill, giving one of the restaurant’s most popular shawarmas his personal seal of approval. “The legend @ronaldinho gave us a visit & he absolutely loved our Supreme Chicken Shawarma!” Sumaq wrote in its Insta caption, … Continued

Every chef has their spots — the restaurant they quietly recommend to friends or the dining room they save for a big night out. We spoke with 70 of Toronto’s top chefs about the restaurants they genuinely love, from special-occasion splurges to under-$100 neighbourhood favourites perfect for a random Tuesday night. These are the restaurants … Continued

Toronto’s food scene is packed with hidden gems, but this year’s ByBlacks Restaurant Week is putting a spotlight on Black-owned businesses serving the most flavourful comfort food! The annual celebration runs from May 11 to 17 and highlights restaurants and caterers offering everything from smoky Nigerian suya and Lagos-style shawarma to braised oxtail, jerk lobster, … Continued

The restaurant scene in Toronto is in one of those too many good options, not enough nights phases. This week’s new openings stretch across the city, from intimate cocktail bars in the east end to small tasting menus in North York, plus late-night fried chicken, Greek comfort food, Persian plates and Portuguese home cooking that … Continued

2026 has been the year of the rebrand for some of Toronto’s most beloved restaurants, but perhaps none has sparked more conversation than ONZE. The 11-seat intimate tasting experience opened earlier this spring in place of LSL at 2066 Avenue Road in North York.   At $495-per-head, the price tag is a step back from … Continued