Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Leaside

60 restaurants available nearby

1. DaNico

4.8

Exceptional(253)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Little Italy / College St.

Booked 18 times today

Danico, located in Toronto's historic Palmerston-Little Italy neighborhood, has been making waves with its exceptional Italian cuisine, hailed as a 'Michelin style experience' by many reviewers. The restaurant is praised for its creative and appetizing food, beautiful ambiance, and professional, friendly staff. It's also been noted as a 'favorite spot for fine dining in Toronto' by many customers. The overall experience at Danico is consistently rated as 5-star, with special mentions for the exceptional service and the stunning food presentation.

2. Giulietta

4.9

Exceptional(2137)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Little Portugal / Dundas West

Booked 58 times today

Chef Rob Rossi & David Minicucci, have collaborated to bring a genuine neighbourhood restaurant to Dufferin Grove.Designed by acclaimed architect Guido Costantino, a beguiling interior sets the stage for a convivial dining experience that honours traditional Italian fare while showcasing stand-out ingredients. Original brick and beam frame this warm, welcoming space where no detail is left unconsidered. Copper, Italian wool and red oxidized steel accents interplay with blonde wood and terrazzo, creating a rich, textured environment.We look forward to welcoming you soon.**Reservations are available within 14 days** Bar / Main BarStandard / Dining RoomCounter / Chef's Bar4169640606 | @giulietta972'22, '23, '24 Michelin Guide | Toronto'19 Canada's 100 Best | Best New Restaurant #1'19 Canada's 100 Best | Best Overall #9'19 Toronto Life | Best New Restaurant #3'18 EnRoute | Best New Restaurant #5

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3. Eataly - Don Mills

4.1

Excellent(380)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Don Mills

Booked 67 times today

Conviviality meets the essence of iconic Italian cuisine at our restaurant, the anchor experience at Eataly. Delight your senses with an extensive array of handmade fresh pastas, each crafted with precision — or indulge in a variety of authentic Pizza Napoletana meticulously cooked to order. The perfect complement? Our formidable wine selection, boasting Italian bottles curated to enhance your dining experience.

4. Terroni Adelaide

4.5

Awesome(6926)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Financial District

Booked 145 times today

Terroni Adelaide, formerly the York County Courthouse, is a multi-level heritage structure built in 1852. Just inside the doors is the Enoteca with its towering columns, a great spot for cocktails. Beyond is the main dining room, with a sunlit atrium, fireplaces on each end and private rooms all serviced by an open kitchen where our chefs prepare traditional Italian fare. In summer, the secret garden patio opens for al fresco dining in the heart of the city.Head down to the Cantina Wine Cellar where you will see the original courthouse cells now used to store our Italian wine. The second floor houses the grand Sala da Pranzo and Bar delle Carceri, named after the cells below. Il Covo degli Artisti, our third-floor space is a cosy lounge once home to The Arts and Letters Club where Canadian landscape painters “The Group of Seven” ate and drank in 1909.For information about private parties and reservations for 16+ guests please visit terroni.com to connect with our events team.

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5. BlueBlood Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(4308)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Midtown / Uptown

Booked 47 times today

Located inside Toronto’s majestic castle, Casa Loma, BlueBlood Steakhouse offers a refined dining experience in an upscale environment. A truly world class experience, BlueBlood Steakhouse was recently named the #1 Steakhouse in Toronto, by USA Today's 10 Best. The one of a kind space offers a modern and edgy feel with a juxtaposition of classic heritage architecture, unique heirloom antiques and modern art pieces by Warhol, Mr. Brainwash and Salvador Dali. Offering a modern twist on the classic steakhouse, the menu highlights various cuts of the finest beef from around the world, as well as fresh seafood and an extensive international wine and spirit list. BlueBlood Steakhouse is the most recent concept from the Liberty Entertainment Group.

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6. Chubby's Jamaican Kitchen

4.6

Exceptional(890)

Price: Expensive

• Jamaican • King West

Booked 63 times today

Chubby's Jamaican Kitchen is worth the drive for its authentic Jamaican cuisine and exceptional service. Customers rave about the delicious, well-presented food and the pleasantly unique ambiance. Many reviewers mention the great atmosphere, fantastic food, and friendly service, making it a must-visit. This gem in the heart of Toronto is not only praised for its food but also for its unique blend of old and new architecture, creating a transporting dining experience.

7. Maison Selby

4.6

Exceptional(1794)

Price: Expensive

• French • The Village

Booked 45 times today

Largely inspired by the bistro and café genre, Maison Selby celebrates timeless French cooking with a modern accent, and offers an impressive list of hand-crafted cocktails. Tucked away downstairs, guests will discover Sous Sol, an underground speakeasy and cocktail bar featuring a curated list of original cocktails.

8. Sofia

4.7

Exceptional(1579)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Yorkville

Booked 35 times today

Sofia is a gem in Toronto's Yorkville neighborhood, known for its authentic Italian cuisine. With a selection of antipasti, fresh pasta, and locally sourced carne, it's clear why the food is consistently rated highly. Reviews rave about the 'exceptional' food and 'attentive service', and the ambiance is often described as 'beautiful'. One reviewer even went so far as to say it was 'worth the drive from Buffalo'. If you're in Toronto, or willing to make the trip, Sofia is definitely worth a visit!

9. GIA TORONTO

4.5

Awesome(818)

Price: Moderate

• Vegetarian / Vegan • Little Portugal / Dundas West

Booked 26 times today

Gia is among the first restaurants in Canada to be recognized and recommended by the renowned Michelin Guide. Gia is a vibrant plant-forward 36 seat restaurant, specializing in handmade pasta with creative takes on Italian classics like plant-based meatballs, Focaccia, Ricotta Gnocchi, Rigatoni Bolognese, White Truffle Ricotta Agnolotti, Eggplant Parmigiana, Squash Risotto and Lion's Mane Steak.Reservations: We allocate a dining period of 2 hours and typically book at 5pm, 6pm and 8pm & 10pm, If you need more than 2 hours kindly let us know in advance and we will do our best to accommodate. Maximum party size is 5 Friday and Saturday, Bar seating available. Please visit our website giarestaurant.ca. For more information email us info@giarestaurant.ca or call us (416) 535-8888 after 4pm.Note: We do not have washrooms on the main floor. Gia is open Fridays and Saturdays at 12pm for lunch.Our new Diner Stefano's is open, please visit Stefanosdiner.com

10. Parallel

4.8

Exceptional(979)

Price: Expensive

• Middle Eastern • The Junction

Booked 33 times today

Parallel brings together the experience and background of the three Ozery brothers, Alon, Guy, and Aharon, to create this unique space and product. “We grew up in a home where sesame butter (tahini) was consumed regularly alongside flavourful Mediterranean cuisine. Parallel was born from our history and love for sesame butter. It’s part of our culture and upbringing, and we want to share that with you. There are few ingredients that are as versatile, nutritious, and just as damn tasty as sesame butter. That’s why we decided to make it in all its forms: try it in our dressings, salads, dips, bowls, and our famous homemade halva, and seed what is possible. The three of us share a passion for simple meals with fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and innovative techniques. That, along with our love for good coffee, art, music, and community, is what shapes the Parallel experience.”

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Brianvip
Toronto / Ontario •137 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
what a great meal! my wife and i both ordered salads (brussel sprout and caesar) and pastas (veal ragu and spicy sausage). the portions were generous and the food delicious. loved the freshly made noodles cooked al dente.
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Capocaccia TrattoriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Yonge and St. Clair
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4.7
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Meena
Toronto / Ontario •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Focaccia with Maple butter and baked Brie (plant based) with crostini were excellent starters Dinner was Rigate Gigi, Mushroom Truffle Agnolotti and vegan Salmon (3 ppl) All dishes were fantastic Dessert was the Chocolate Orange cake which was delicious Will definitely be back 😀👍
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GIA TORONTOPrice: Moderate• Vegetarian / Vegan• Little Portugal / Dundas West
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4.5
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Mirjana
Toronto / Ontario •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Sofia is always a delight but tonight was special bc of superb service by Ayaan, oud waiter. He was exceptionaly polite pleasant and professional. Went out of his way to provide the best service!!! I have been in Sofia many times but his service was something I rarely see I am honored to have been served by him. Thank you for everything MB
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SofiaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Yorkville
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4.7
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maynvip
Montreal / Quebec •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We went for dinner and celebrated my nephews bday, and the service, ambiance, history of the building and most importantly, the food was superb. We started with burrata and prosciutto, funghi salad, calamari and carpaccio.. all amazing, baratta was a crowd favourite, mine was the funghi salad. Second were the pizzas, we had the sausage pizza and the goat cheese aubergine pizza…. Simply amazing, third were the pasta.. the bolognese was so delicious along with the mushroom prosciutto.. just wow. And pls have their desserts! The tiramisu and the affogato were so amazing. Will definitely go back. And not to forget their incredible wine selection !! Must try
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Terroni AdelaidePrice: Expensive• Italian• Financial District
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4.5
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Ella
Edmonton / Northern Alberta •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 20, 2024
Volos never disappoints. The food and service are impeccable, the ambiance lovely. I return there every time I’m in Toronto. Highly recommend! Great for romantic dinners, business lunches or meals with friends.
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Volos Greek CuisinePrice: Expensive• Greek• Financial District
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4.6

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60 restaurants available nearby

1. DaNico

2. Giulietta

3. Eataly - Don Mills

4. Terroni Adelaide

5. BlueBlood Steakhouse

6. Chubby's Jamaican Kitchen

7. Maison Selby

8. Sofia

9. GIA TORONTO

10. Parallel

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