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JOEY King St
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.7(461)Financial District - 2
Earls Kitchen + Bar - Financial District
Price: Expensive•American•4.5(3,930)Financial District - 3
RH Courtyard Restaurant at RH Toronto
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.7(3,224)Yorkdale - 4
Blue Bovine Steak + Sushi House
Price: Very Expensive•Steak•4.5(411)Entertainment District - 5
Stock Bar
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.6(3,584)Midtown / Uptown
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STK - Toronto
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.3(3,198)Yorkville - 2
Pai Toronto
Price: Moderate•Thai•4.8(580)Entertainment District - 3
Alo Restaurant
Price: Very Expensive•International•4.9(485)Entertainment District - 4
The Butcher Chef
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(476)Financial District - 5
The Ballroom Bowl - Yorkville
Price: Moderate•Comfort Food•4.5(91)Yorkville
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Canoe Restaurant and Bar
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary Canadian•4.5(6,353)Financial District - 2
Don Alfonso 1890
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary Italian•4.8(2,361)Harbourfront - 3
Amal Restaurant
Price: Expensive•Lebanese•4.7(2,643)Yorkville - 4
Myth
Price: Very Expensive•Mediterranean•4.6(1,061)King West - 5
Bar Isabel
Price: Very Expensive•Spanish•4.8(2,068)Little Italy / College St.
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Great Lakes Brewpub
Price: Moderate•Brewery•4.8(49)The GLB Brewpub & Retail Shop brings the quality and freshness of Ontario's local Great Lakes Brewery right into Toronto's core.
Open daily from 11am to 11pm, our brewpub offers 20 taps of #FreshGLB, both Detroit and New York style pizzas, an incredible smash burger, mouthwatering tacos, and more alongside a modern gastropub style menu. Add in a vast selection of beer to-go from our retail store (open 7 days a week) and you have all the ingredients of a great local hangout.
The GLB Brewpub is also home to a 7 Barrel brewhouse where diners can watch as our Great Lakes brewers create small batch beers for exclusive brewpub release.
Check out our website and socials for Brewpub events and specials!Aloette Bay
Price: Expensive•Bistro•4.6(77)Aloette Bay, located within CIBC Square, is the sister location to the beloved Michelin Recommended Aloette created by Chef Patrick Kriss. This new location mirrors the design and style of our Spadina location while adding a touch of sophistication that reflects the dynamic energy of its new neighbourhood.
Opened in 2024, Aloette Bay is conveniently situated just steps from Union Station, Scotiabank Arena, and the heart of downtown Toronto. Stop by to enjoy Aloette classics like the Aloette Burger, Fried Chicken, and Lemon Meringue Pie, or discover new soon-to-be favourites.
Aloette Bay's menu is bistro and diner inspired, perfect for a business lunch, happy hour, pre-game dinner and drinks, or date night. Aloette Bay also welcomes large party reservations.
KINKA SUSHI BAR IZAKAYA HARBOURFRONT
Price: Expensive•Japanese•4.6(113)Located at 110 Harbour Street (Unit 108B), just steps away from the CN Tower, Air Canada Centre and Harbourfront Centre, KINKA IZAKAYA Harbourfront is a bustling location in the heart of Toronto’s energetic Harbourfront neighbourhood, full of popular destinations for both locals and tourists.
Known for its bustling atmosphere, energetic staff and unique menu of Japanese tapas, KINKA IZAKAYA is a favourite among the diverse crowd of both locals and tourists in Toronto and Montreal. A pioneer of the izakaya dining experience in Canada, KINKA IZAKAYA first opened in the winter of 2009, introducing Toronto to the world of Japanese pubs. Featuring an extensive drink menu, dishes at KINKA IZAKAYA can be paired with a selection of refreshing beers, premium sake and Japanese-inspired cocktails.
If you have any other questions, email us at harbourfront@kinkaizakaya.com.
Or call (647)348-0110Simona
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.6(240)Discover the essence of Sicily at SIMONA—a stunning waterfront destination that merges sophistication with Sicilian charm. Delve into our menu, a vibrant tapestry woven with Mediterranean flavours.
Taverna Mercatto
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.6(1,048)Enjoy your favorite Italian dishes at Taverna Mercatto. This roomy trattoria offers made-to-order dishes and an expansive wine list, served in spacious chic settings that include a shaded patio. Helmed by Chef Doug Neigel, the restaurant’s menu includes fresh salads, tasty appetizers, pizza and hearty pasta dishes. Taverna Mercatto also offers a fine selection of wine, carefully curated to provide the right complement to its daily menu.
Part of a larger family of restaurants, this restaurant is a suitable pick for a quiet dinner or group outing with friends. Guests can opt to either enjoy their meals within the lively, industrial-style dining room, or al fresco, out on the patio. Taverna Mercatto also offers a special catering menu for private events.
Your table will be reserved for an hour and a half for parties of 2-3, two hours for parties of 4-6, and 2.5 hours for parties 7-8.Soco Kitchen + Bar
Price: Moderate•International•4.4(715)SOCO Kitchen + Bar is super excited to welcome you back into our newly renovated space on March 17th 2025.
We are now accepting pre-reservations and cant wait to see you!
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- OTOpenTable DinerToronto / Ontario •2 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoGreat food and service for our birthday celebration.More infoAmsterdam Brewhouse & RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Canadian• Harbourfront•4.6
- RRahulToronto / Ontario •1 review4.0Dined 7 days agoGreat service and ambiance. The veg donair was dry; could be improved. Thanks.More infoSteam Whistle KitchenPrice: Moderate• Canadian• Entertainment District•4.6
- WWoodrowToronto / Ontario •1 review5.0Dined on Mar 3, 2025Dylan was the best server Ive ever had, he was outstanding.More infoThe Rec Room - Toronto RoundhousePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Canadian• Entertainment District•4.3
- OTOpenTable DinerSurrey •1 review5.0Dined on Mar 1, 2025It was very quiet on March 1st - a cold day in Toronto but the food was superb - well worth braving the arctic chill off the lake!More infoPie Bar PizzeriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Harbourfront•4.7
- AAlisonToronto / Ontario •1 review5.0Dined on Jan 25, 2025Good was delicious, service spectacular and location was perfect. We had the Honey Sesame Chicken Lo Mein, which was fabulous. Sweet with a little heat. The Fried Chicken Sandwich was massive and the Fish and Chips were good. We’ll definitely be back and tell our friends about The Goodman Pub & Kitchen.More infoThe Goodman Pub and KitchenPrice: Expensive• Canadian• Harbourfront•4.4
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Dog friendly restaurants in Toronto Waterfront include Don Alfonso 1890, Amsterdam Brewhouse & Restaurant and Simona
Child friendly restaurants in Toronto Waterfront include Amsterdam Brewhouse & Restaurant, Taverna Mercatto and KINKA SUSHI BAR IZAKAYA HARBOURFRONT
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