These Toronto restaurant’s tasting menus are more than just meals—they’re curated journeys through flavour and artistry. Whether you’re diving into an omakase or contemporary Italian, each of these restaurants offers a dining experience worth savouring. Unlike Michelin and some of the other designations and lists out there, the food and service isn’t all we’re looking for, a true vibe is taken into consideration too.
With the HST relief going in play as of December 14th, now’s the perfect time to explore these culinary gems.
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Make your reservations while you still can—these spots book up fast (if you can even get one)! If you do make it in, make sure to tell them View the VIBE sent you.
10. Edulis
Seasonal and ingredient-focused, Edulis offers a cozy, seafood-forward tasting menu that’s full of charm and surprises, drawn from their love of Spanish cooking traditions.
169 Niagara St, Toronto, ON M5V 1C9
Tasting Menu Price: $200 per person for dinner, $100 per person for lunch (price does not include dessert with tasting menu)
Led by: Chefs Michael Caballo and Tobey Nemeth
Michelin: One Michelin Star; Michelin Service Award in 2022; #2 in Canada’s 100 Best in 2024; 96% on La Liste in 2024.
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9. DaNico
DaNico offers an intimate Italian tasting menu that celebrates seasonal ingredients and handmade pastas.
29 Bellair St, Toronto, ON M5R 2C8
7-Course Tasting Menu: $225 per person
Led by: Chef Daniele Corona, Liberty Entertainment Group
Michelin: Recommended
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8. 20 Victoria
Offering a minimalist, seasonal seven-course tasting menu, 20 Victoria proves simplicity done right is unbeatable.
20 Victoria St, Toronto, ON M5C 3C8
7-Course Tasting Menu: $195 per person
Led by: Chef Julie Hyde
Michelin: One Michelin Star; #4 in Canada’s 100 Best in 2024; #1 in Canada’s best New Restaurants in 2022.
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7. Aburi Hana
Aburi Hana in Bloor-Yorkville, offers a luxurious kaiseki-style tasting menu featuring beautifully crafted seasonal dishes and unparalleled attention to detail.
102 Yorkville Ave, Toronto, ON M5R 1B9
Tasting Menus: $300-430 per person (8 or 12-courses)
Led by: Chef Ryusuke Nakagawa, Aburi Restaurants
Michelin: One Michelin Star; #33 in Canada’s 100 Best in 2024.
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6. George Restaurant
Choose from 5, 7, or 10-courses of elevated Canadian cuisine, at George, with an emphasis on artful plating and bold flavours.
111C Queen St E, Toronto, ON M5C 1S2
Tasting Menu Price: $145-$185 per person (4-10-courses, with a Vegetarian option), and a $115-140 wine pairing option.
Led by: Chef Lorenzo Loseto
Michelin: Recommended
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5. Quetzal
Quetzal offer a wood-fired celebration of regional Mexican cuisine, with dishes that showcase bold flavours and innovative techniques.
419 College St, Toronto, ON M5T 1T1
Tasting Menu Price: $135 per person, option to include beverafge pairings for $85-$115 (alcoholic or non-alcoholic), vegetarian options available.
Led by: Chef Steven Molnar
Michelin: One Michelin Star; Opentable’s Top 100 Restaurants in Canada in 2024.
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4. aKin
Akin offers a bold new fine dining experience blending modern Asian flavours with a nod to X-Treme Chinese cuisine, aKin redefines culinary artistry with its innovative tasting menu.
51 Colborne St., Toronto, ON M5E 1E3
Blind Tasting Menu: $275 per person, with a $135 drink pairing option
Led by: Chefs Eric Chong and Alvin Leung
Michelin: Opened after latest update, November 2024.
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3. Don Alfonso 1890
Don Alfonso 1890 offers Italian fine dining with a global twist, featuring dishes like lobster risotto and tenderloin with wild mushrooms.
1 Harbour Square, Toronto, ON M5J 1A6
Tasting Menu: $225 per person
Chef Davide Ciavattella, Liberty Entertainment Group
Michelin: One Michelin Star
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2. Sushi Masaki Saito
Offering a 17-course sushi omakase by Chef Saito, featuring rare fish and impeccable technique in an intimate setting.
88 Avenue Rd, Toronto, ON M5R 2H2
Tasting Menu Price: $680 per person Omakase dinner.
Led by: Chef Masaki Saito
Michelin: Two Michelin Stars (only one in Canada)
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1. Alo
A French-inspired multi-course menu that sets the bar for refined, elevated dining in Toronto.
163 Spadina Ave, Toronto, ON M5V 2L6
Blind Tasting Menu Price: $225 per person
Led by: Chef Patrick Kriss, Alo Food Group
Michelin: One Michelin Star
