Cibo Wine Bar King St West

Cibo Wine Bar King St West reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Charles VIP

   Toronto1 review

   2.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   I was a little disappointed in the experience at Cibo last night. It felt like it had become a tired restaurant similar to an old hotel.
   

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   Morgan

   Toronto1 review

   4.0

   Dined on April 28, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Great vibe and food. We enjoyed our relaxed evening.
   

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   Renee

   Toronto1 review

   2.0

   Dined on April 24, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   Glacier pace service when the restaurant was pretty empty
   

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   Jessica

   Chicago3 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on April 12, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 4

   We were excited to dine at Cibo, but unfortunately, it turned out to be a really poor experience. My boyfriend and I love Italian food, but this was far from what an authentic Italian experience should feel like. We did enjoy the ambiance — classic and romantic with low lighting, exposed brick, and a beautiful wine display. That was the highlight. However, the service was disappointing from the start. We never got our server’s name, there was no welcome or explanation of what “Cibo Italian Wine Bar” is all about — not even a basic intro. Within the first 10 minutes, we were asked for our drink order, and two minutes later, rushed into ordering food. At that point, we had no clue what the standout dishes were or what the server would recommend. When we asked questions (as pescatarians), it was clear the server didn’t know much about the menu. There was also no inquiry about dietary restrictions or allergies, which is a huge miss in the service industry. We ordered four dishes — two pastas, an appetizer, and bread. The only one with any real flavor was the octopus salad. The pastas were bland, and by then, we were just over it. No quality check, plates were stacked awkwardly, and even the drinks were underwhelming. For a place with $20+ entrees and wine priced from $30 to $250, I expect much more. Where is the standard of service and hospitality? To top it off, our 7:00 PM reservation wrapped up by 7:46. It felt like a turn-and-burn operation rather than a relaxed, thoughtful dining experience. Please reconsider before booking a table here. This place could be so much more — but until standards are raised, it’s just not worth it. Disappointing.
   

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   Cynthia VIP

   Toronto1 review

   3.0

   Dined on April 10, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   There was only one waitress working multiple tables and Did not check on my party regularly. The table beside us had waited 35 minutes to get their bill and it was hard to get the waitresses attention.
   

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   Karen

   Tampa1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 4, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a fabulous waitress by the name of Vanessa. She was friendly and sweet and just an absolute pleasure. We started with a charcuterie board and had the pizza with Gorgonzola cheese, pears, walnuts and honey. I’ve never tasted anything so fabulous. And the wine selection, WOW!Great price point as well. Will return again and again, even if I have to drive 7 hours to get here!!
   

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   Philippe VIP

   Toronto89 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 4, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a great time, from host to service, warm focaccia to start, baked eggplant and risotto and awesome chocolate gelato, fine food and good times, met other friends to enjoy a few drinks, they make a fantastic Old Fashioned
   

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   Jacquie

   Toronto7 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 2, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   I've been to the location in Yorkville several times but this was my first time at the King West location. I had the sundried tomato risotto and my boyfriend had the pizza with spicy salami and black olives. Both were very delicious. We were served our meals so quickly as well. It was pretty quiet the night we were there but the weather was awful and it wasn't very busy. I imagine it gets noisier on weekends. We also had the tiramisu. It was good but not the best I've had.
   

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   Lara

   Toronto2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 28, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious food all around! Loved the fusili and the bolognese. Mushroom pasta was yummy.
   

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    Jennifer

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5

    Excellent food. We had the octopus and a pizza. A nice light dinner.
    

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