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1. Amal Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2677)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Lebanese • Yorkville

Booked 89 times today

Welcome to Amal, where the Lebanese spirit of joie de vivre comes to life. It’s a voyage through time and place that embraces the pursuit of pleasure. Amal aims to feed and provoke your soul, but above all, nourish it with hope. Amal is a story. Amal is home. One may come as a guest, but one always leaves as family.2023 & 2022 MICHELIN Guide RecommendedPlease note that Amal is closed for Lunch service every Monday, we are open for Dinner. Our kitchen closes from 3pm -5pm (daily) between Lunch and Dinner service.For parties of 6+ please direct your inquiries to info@amaltoronto.com for further planning.We look forward to hosting you!Please note that our voicemail services are currently experiencing technical difficulties. For urgent inquiries please email info@amaltoronto.com

2. CLAY

4.7

Exceptional(657)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Canadian • Yorkville

Booked 26 times today

An original in-house restaurant at Gardiner Museum. Offering seasonal menus of fresh, local fare, inspired design that's deeply connected to the Museum's ceramic focus, and a seamless continuation of the impeccable service clients have to expect from the museum. Clay breathes new life into Yorkville's fine dining community.

3. Alobar Yorkville

4.7

Exceptional(257)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Yorkville

Booked 31 times today

Alobar Yorkville is tucked along a pathway in Toronto’s Yorkville neighbourhood. It puts its foot forward as a cocktail bar, but it is a full-fledged Michelin recommended à la carte restaurant, offering choice seafood with the finest accoutrements, fish and chops off of the charcoal grill, and world-class wines, all served with genuine hospitality. Alobar Yorkville boasts a comfortable courtyard patio merging warm skies with ice cold cocktails during the summer.Alobar Yorkville's menu pairs french cooking techniques with international ingredients and prime steak and proteins cooked on our charcoal grill. Chef Patrick Kriss2022, 2023 - 1 Michelin Star2024 - Michelin Recommended2019, 2020, 2022 - Canada's 100 Best RestaurantsElevated dining - private events - intimate - romantic -

4. Joni Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(337)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Yorkville

Booked 25 times today

Inspired by the farm-to-table ethos, our restaurant offers a refined culinary experience that celebrates the best of each season, guided by the vision of Chef Jonathan Williams. Paying tribute to the bounty of our region, our dishes are crafted from locally-sourced, sustainable ingredients, highlighting the freshest produce, meats, and seafood—all of which are prepared in house.Chef Williams’ thoughtfully curated menu evolves with the seasons, delivering exceptional flavor combinations that reflect a deep connection to the land. Each plate is a celebration of both simplicity and sophistication, thoughtfully prepared using contemporary techniques that honor the integrity of every ingredient—spanning culinary traditions and techniques from various regions.

5. Kasa Moto

4.4

Awesome(987)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Yorkville

Booked 44 times today

Kasa Moto is a two-story contemporary Japanese restaurant and lounge that opened in the heart of Yorkville in the Spring of 2015. With a sprawling rooftop terrace, elevated design, and lush indoor topiary, Kasa Moto guests will enjoy a versatile dining experience that evolves from day to night.

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6. Morton's The Steakhouse - Toronto

4.7

Exceptional(1802)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Yorkville

Booked 36 times today

What began in Chicago in 1978 is now one of the most award-winning steakhouses around. For over 30 years, Morton's The Steakhouse has been on a mission to provide "The Best Steak… Anywhere." Focusing on quality, consistency and genuine hospitality, Morton's seeks to provide not only memorable cuisine, but a memorable experience. With fresh, succulent seafood and famed USDA prime-aged steak, it's no surprise that Morton's has thrilled diners all over the world. For a glimpse of a higher standard of steakhouse, come see the legendary Morton's experience for yourself.

7. Sofia

4.6

Exceptional(1623)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Yorkville

Booked 41 times today

Tapping into true Italian tastes, the menu starts with a selection of antipasti including a citrus salad and grilled octopus, and a plentiful selection of crudo. Mains feature fresh pasta, pesce and locally sourced carne, with a traditional, Italian heritage Chianina florentine steak. The cocktail program is a refreshing medley of signature drinks with an Italian twist. Expertly crafted by mixologist Nishan Nepulangoda, cocktails are enhanced by regional herbs and fresh in-house cordials, and named in tribute to the country’s vast geography and pop culture history. The wine list features many vintages and an extensive selection of true Italian wines rare to the local dining scene.

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8. Cibo Wine Bar - Yorkville

4.3

Awesome(2339)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Yorkville

Booked 34 times today

Yorkville’s Cibo Wine Bar...BIG BOLD & life is BEAUTIFUL Cibo is the newest Italian eatery in the Yorkville area. Created by Liberty Entertainment Group, this bold and beautiful space is a blend of old world rustic and modern industrial chic. HAND-MADE TRADITIONAL ITALIAN CIBO... a true taste of authentic southern cooking fresh made amongst patrons at the open kitchen counter. 2500 BOTTLES OF VINO in a soaring award-winning wine room. From Cibo"s INDUSTRIAL CHIC vibrant bar area to the casual Yorkville Avenue patio, every corner turned offers a distinctly different experience. When in Yorkville, this space cannot be missed!

9. The Oxley

4.6

Exceptional(126)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• English • Yorkville

Booked 31 times today

The Oxley promises fantastic food served alongside a good pint or an excellent glass of wine. All our food is made from scratch, and lovingly prepared by our kitchen team overseen by the Executive Chef & Owner Andrew Carter

10. Sassafraz

4.7

Exceptional(3622)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Yorkville

Booked 40 times today

A beloved local landmark, Sassafraz has welcomed guests to enjoy its contemporary Canadian cuisine, warm hospitality, and unparalleled service for over two decades. Chef Geoff Webb's ever-evolving seasonal menu showcases our relationships with local farms and purveyors. Set in an array of Victorian rowhouses, Sassafraz has evolved through the decades to become a magical space in the heart of historic Yorkville. The iconic little house and its romantic interior make it one of the most stunning restaurants in Toronto.

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Marie-Anne
Toronto / Ontario •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We have the sampler, branzino and skewer platter and everything was amazing! From the beginning to the end we thoroughly enjoyed our time
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Amal RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Lebanese• Yorkville
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4.7
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FayeVIP
Toronto / Ontario •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
As usual, everything was wonderful. It is a warm and inviting place, with the best service. The food is always excellent but this new menu is outstanding.
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CLAYPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Canadian• Yorkville
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4.7
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Girbran
1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great place to take a date. Classy and good food. Would do it again and recommend to others.
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Kasa MotoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Yorkville
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4.4
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Amadeo
Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
A great experience as a first time, good atmosphere and the food and drinks are great
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Earls Kitchen + Bar - YorkvillePrice: Expensive• American• Yorkville
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4.6
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LauraVIP
Toronto / Ontario •16 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 24, 2025
Unparalleled service, great food, wonderful atmosphere. Overall, excellent!
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Alobar YorkvillePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Canadian• Yorkville
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4.7

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