Listings Restaurants
Great Cooks on Eight 401 Bay St., The Simpson Tower, 8th fl.; 416-861-4333 www.greatcooks.ca Vibrant lunchtime restaurant with breathtaking view overlooking Nathan Phillips Square. Leading culinary centre perfect for corporate cooking events and recreational cooking classes. Follow us on Twitter at www. twitter.com/greatcookson8. Kultura Social Dining 169 King St. E.; 416-363-9000 www.kulturarestaurant.com Cuisine without borders. Combining classic techniques with the freshest seasonal ingredients, it offers unique trans-ethnic dishes from its crosscultural kitchen, brought to the table gradually so guests can share each one. La Brasserie 33 Carlson Ct., Crowne Plaza Toronto Airport; 416-675-1234 www.crowneplaza.com Open daily from 6:30 a.m.–11 p.m. A varied international menu including full buffet breakfasts. Lunch features a scrumptious pasta bar and dinner special or an evening buffet sure to please all palates. Sun. brunch, 11 a.m–2 p.m. Lone Star Texas Grill 200 Front St. W.; 416-408-4064 www.lonestartexasgrill.com Mesquite-grilled, fajitas, steaks and Texas barbecue. Frozen and traditional margaritas. Minutes to the Rogers Centre and across the street from the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Lunch, dinner daily. Mildred’s Temple Kitchen 85 Hanna Ave., Ste. 104; 416-588-5695 www.templekitchen.com Mildred’s Temple Kitchen is dedicated to providing warmth, great service and a unique culinary experience. Worship flavour at our Temple in the heart of Liberty Village. Mizzen, The 1 Harbour Sq., Westin Harbour Castle; 416-361-7454 www.westin.com/harbourcastle Offers exquisite à la carte dishes and a buffet to satisfy the most discriminating of palates. Nota Bene Restaurant 180 Queen St. W.; 416-977-6400 www.notabenerestaurant.com Nota Bene was named Canada’s best new restaurant by Toronto Life and Air Canada’s enRoute magazine and was voted one of Canada’s top ten new restaurants by WHERE magazine. Prime Steakhouse 18 St. Thomas St.; 416-971-9666, 1-877-999-2767 www.windsorarmshotel.com Located at the Windsor Arms Hotel. Serving top-quality Canadian meat, seafood, poultry, veal, lamb and a daily selection of vegetarian choices. Open 7 days a week.
Quest Restaurant & Bar 6750 Mississauga Rd., Delta Meadowvale Resort & Conference Centre, Mississauga; 905-542-4039,1-800-422-8238 deltameadowvale.com/dining Newly opened Quest Restaurant & Bar at the Delta Meadowvale will be the dining destination in the City of Mississauga. The executive chef has prepared a new menu with a global cuisine focus. Great flavours and warm attentive service await your dining experience. Rectory Café, The 102 Lakeshore Ave., Wards Island, Toronto Island; 416-203-2152 www.rectorycafe.com A cozy and unique Toronto experience. A short 10-minute ferry ride to historic Ward’s Island community and park. Fully licensed restaurant and art gallery offer privacy, romance and unparalleled views. Rosewater 19 Toronto St.; 416-214-5888 www.rosewaterroom.com Minutes from Toronto’s Financial and Entertainment districts, The Rosewater offers a fresh and unique dining experience. This historic building lends an air of casual decadence while dining on modern classics. Sassafraz Restaurant 100 Cumberland St.; 416-964-2222 www.sassafraz.ca Providing an elegant atmosphere ideal for individual, corporate or social gatherings. For a unique dining experience, inquire about its private balcony overlooking the indoor garden with waterfall and 20-ft. vertical garden. Savana Restaurant and Lounge 5825 Dixie Rd., Best Western Toronto Airport West, Mississauga 905-670-8180 www.savanarestaurant.com Eclectic, casual, family-friendly menu. Patio, atrium lounge and dining room. Open daily, 6 a.m.–11 p.m. Groups up to 150 are welcome.
flavours, the hearty menu includes locally cultivated fruits and vegetables, all prepared with a modern twist and served in impeccable style. Tabule Restaurant 2009 Yonge St.; 416-483-3747 www.tabule.ca Located in the heart of midtown Toronto, Tabule is known as one of the finest Middle Eastern eateries. The chef’s interpretation of traditional dishes has created a menu that will delight your senses. A warm interior, and professional staff contribute to a truly unforgettable dining experience. Ultra 314 Queen St. W.; 416-263-0330 www.ultratoronto.com An unequalled urban oasis, striking the perfect balance of the dining and nightclub frivolities. A sophisticated fusion of cuisine, worldly wines and cocktails backed by a hip soundtrack and an ambience of cool comfort. Zachary’s Lounge 950 Dixon Rd., The Westin Bristol Place - Toronto Airport; 416-675-9444, 1-800-937-8461 www.starwoodhotels.com Relax in Zachary’s Lounge offering casual sophistication and continental cuisine. Open 11 a.m–1:00 a.m. Zachary’s private dining room offering formal dining is available by reservations only for groups of 9 to 90 people.
ITALIAN Alfredo’s 655 Dixon Rd., Doubletree by Hilton Toronto Airport; 416-246-7904, 1-800-668-3656 www.torontoairport.doubletreebyhilton.com An upscale dining service with intimate setting and award-winning service. Enjoy exceptional Northern Italian and continental cuisine in Alfredo’s, a distinguished Toronto dining experience. Open for dinner. Mon.–Sat., 5:30 p.m.–10 p.m.
Spice Route Asian Bistro & Bar 499 King St. W.; 416-849-1808 www.spiceroute.ca The experience at Spice Route is sheer bliss. The design is relaxing and indulging; the mixture of eclectic Asian decor, mesmerizing music and distinctive cuisine is the soul of this spot.
Alice Fazooli’s! - Mississauga 209 Rathburn Rd. W., Mississauga; 905-281-1721 www.alicefazoolis.com Offering a variety of wines from around the world and perfect cocktails paired with food that is bold and fresh. The atmosphere is relaxing and comfortable and the service is genuine.
Stock Restaurant Trump International Hotel & Tower® 325 Bay St., 31st fl.; 416-637-5550 www.stockrestaurant.com Rising above Toronto on the 31st floor of Trump International Hotel & Tower®, Chef Todd Clarmo brings international flair to Stock’s steak and seafood. Using European techniques and global
Archeo Trattoria 55 Mill St.; 416-815-9898 www.archeo.ca Intimate contemporary pizza and pasta house. Prices are exceptionally reasonable and the service is casual and friendly. The Archeo Trattoria’s cozy patio is one of the best getaway spots in the city. Events up to 150 persons.
Biagio Ristorante 155 King St. E.; 416-366-4040 www.biagioristorante.com Fine Italian cuisine served in a bright and elegant atmosphere with a variety of great wines. Located in historic St. Lawrence Hall, in the market district, near the downtown core. Lunch, Mon.–Fri.; dinner, Mon.–Sat. Boston Pizza Front & John 250 Front St. W.; 416-593-8555 www.bostonpizza.com Boston Pizza at Front and John offers a high-tech sports bar and a casual dining setting serving gourmet pizzas, pastas and a wide variety of appetizers, salads, entrees and desserts. Coco Lezzone 602 College St.; 416-535-1489 www.cocolezzone.com Experience Mediterranean culture and style in the heart of Little Italy. It offers a menu bountiful and full of flavour, an exotic martini list, and provides excellent and friendly service. Enzo’s Two Guys from Italy 128 Queen St. S., Mississauga; 905-826-5100 enzostwoguysfromitaly.com Casual, family-owned and operated restaurant and bar for 25 years, situated in the heart of Streetsville. It offers a wide selection of fresh Italian food, including homemade pizza. Hot House Café Market Square 35 Church St.; 416-366-7800 www.hothousecafe.com Extensive menu features pastas, gourmet pizza, steaks, salads and vegetarian dishes. Eclectic wine list, martinis and Scotches. Lunch and dinner daily. Dinner buffet Wed. Award-winning Sun. brunch with live jazz. Il Fornello King Street 214 King St. W.; 416-977-2855 www.ilfornello.com Located in the Entertainment District, the Zagat-rated “Top 10 in Toronto” restaurant is steps away from Roy Thomson Hall and the Royal Alexandra and Princess of Wales theatres. Joe Badali’s Ristorante Italiano & Bar 156 Front St. W.; 416-977-3064 www.joebadalis.com Located across from the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in the Entertainment District. Serving fresh pasta, fresh sauces, plus pizza, steak, chicken, fresh fish and more. Large patio. Lunch, dinner daily. Great for parties and events. TORONTO 2012 | 107