Toronto – Around Town – Harbourfront & the Financial District (part 5) – Restaurants

Restaurants




  1. Canoe

    Upscale Canadian dishes – think caribou and Arctic char – are the pièces de résistance from chef Anthony Walsh’s kitchen. Views from this 54th-floor room are stunning.

    • 66 Wellington St W

    • 416 364 0054

  2. Bymark

    Some of the freshest fish in town and extravagant foie gras attract a well-heeled crowd. Top selection of boutique Californian wines.

    • 66 Wellington St W

    • 416 777 1144

  3. Czehoski

    This
    Queen West eatery turns out one of the freshest menus in the city, with
    unique and sometimes eccentric flavor pairings. Popular with the smart,
    early-30s crowd.

    • 678 Queen St W

    • 416 366 6787

  4. Marben

    Chef
    Craig Alley plays with Latin, Asian, and Cajun ideas brilliantly in
    this chic restaurant featuring a minimalist lounge, private alcoves, and
    spacious dining areas.

    • 488 Wellington St W

    • 416 979 1990

  5. Rain

    Asian
    ingredients are given haute treatment. The sound of trickling water
    from chic waterfalls soothes patrons waiting in the lounge. Diners sit
    at booths or a communal table.

    • 19 Mercer St

    • 416 599 7246

  6. Blowfish

    This sleek Japanese joint excels at sushi and sashimi, but cooked mains such as duck are equally delicious.

    • 668 King St W

    • 416 860 0606

  7. Rodney’s Oyster House

    Two dozen types of oysters entice mollusk fans; grilled fish round out the menu.

    • 469 King St W

    • 416 363 8105




    Rodney’s Oyster House

  8. Niagara Street Cafe

    Sophisticated organic comfort food with a nod to the Mediterranean, in a neighborly atmosphere.

    • 169 Niagara St

    • 416 703 4222

  9. Nyood

    A
    delightful menu consisting of 20-odd tapas-style dishes includes
    artisanal charcuterie, Arctic char ceviche, and other locally-sourced
    delicacies.

    • 1096 Queen St W

    • 416 466 1888

  10. Jules

    Authentic French bistro fare served with flair (and great frites). Excellent value.

    • 147 Spadina Ave

    • 416 348 8386