Award-winning

R&D Restaurant - Toronto

4.6

1603 Reviews

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Asian

241 Spadina Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2E2

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2 people

May 2, 2025

May 2025

11:30 PM

Booked 19 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Innovative
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

R&D is an urban casual restaurant in the heart of Toronto’s iconic Chinatown, headed by first-ever MasterChef Canada winner Eric Chong and his mentor, Michelin-starred restaurant owner Alvin Leung. The stylish interior reflects R&D's dualistic nature: open & abuzz with energy while preserving an intimate atmosphere.

At R&D, eastern dishes meet western style in the form of modern Chinese sharing plates, where classic ingredients are given a vanguard treatment.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Contemporary Asian, Asian, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(416) 586-1241
Website
http://www.rdspadina.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Eric Chong
Private party facilities
With its eclectic and laid-back interior, animated Chinatown home and daring Asian fusion fare, R&D is an ideal venue for lively cocktail receptions, intimate group dinners and more.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
241 Spadina Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2E2
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
Neighborhood
Chinatown / Kensington Market
Cross street
Spadina & Grange
Parking details
Street parking available on Spadina Avenue. Public parking available on Sullivan Street.
Public transit
Accessible via the 510 Spadina streetcar. Located in front of the Sullivan Street stop.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Best Duck in the City
Multiple dates available
Savour Chef Eric Chong's famous whole-roasted Pekin Duck for $120. Featuring roasted garlic hoisin, leeks and steamed baos, you're in for a formidable feast for two (or more)! We require 24 hours' notice to prepare your duck. Please book your reservation at least one day in advance and indicate how many ducks to prepare in the reservation note. Kindly ensure that you select 'The Best Duck in the City Experience' when making or rescheduling your reservation.
Mother's Day – À la Carte Specials
May 11, 2025 only
Join us at R&D on Sunday, May 11, from 5–9pm to celebrate the special women in your life. Alongside our regular menu, we’ll be featuring three exclusive Mother’s Day specials, plus two kid-friendly options: Mini General Tso Chicken and Cheesy Cavatelli, each priced at $15. Make your reservation today and treat Mom to a night she won’t forget!

Popular dishes

CSBCA$15.00
char siu, housemade milk bun / 2pcs
Spinach Dip Spring RollsCA$15.00
gruyère, pecorino romano, pickled jalapeño / 3pcs
- 3 PcsCA$14.00
Pork & Crab Siu MaiCA$18.00
dungeness crab, shrimp, red thai curry, coconut / 4pcs
- 4 PcsCA$16.00
Shrimp ToastCA$20.00
preserved lemon emulsion, milk bread, lemon, chives
Grandpa's Fun GuoCA$25.00
chicken, brown butter leeks, porcini, fresh black truffle / 3pcs
Kalbi Beef BaoCA$15.00
beef short rib, kimchi, kewpie / 2pcs
- 2 PcsCA$14.00
Foie Gras SouCA$14.00
foie gras parfait, hazelnut, sour cherry, maple / 2pcs
- 2 PcsCA$14.00

Choi

Vegetables

Baby Gem SaladCA$16.00
preserved beancurd, pine nut confit, cilantro dressing
Brussels SproutsCA$16.00
deep-fried, chili glaze, wild rice
Charred BroccoliCA$16.00
'nduha xo, aged cheddar sauce, wild rice
Wok-Fried Long BeanCA$16.00
preserved black beans, lap cheong, crispy garlic
Yu Xiang EggplantCA$16.00
chili crisp, chipotle, ramps

Siu

Small

Vietnamese Beef CarpaccioCA$22.00
nuóc châm, crispy garlic, thai basil
Salmon SashimiCA$24.00
heirloom tomato, yuzu kosho, smoked kalamata olive
Popcorn ShrimpCA$19.00
prawn-crusted nobashi shrimp, crustacean emulsion
Lamb SpiducciCA$18.00
gochujang, wasabi peas, korean furikake
Crispy SquidCA$24.00
typhoon shelter crumb, leek butter, thai chili

Dai

Large

Fried ChickenCA$29.00
mandarin gastrique, 16-spice blend, togarashi chili
R&D Fried RiceCA$33.00
mushroom xo, porcini butter, maitake, olive leaf, singapore crunch
CavatelliCA$34.00
mala spices, oyster mushrooms, doubanjiang, dry-aged pork
Lamb Chow MeinCA$36.00
xinjiang style, fresh tagliatelle, lamb jus
Ibérico Char SiuCA$46.00
roasted pluma, scallion, wildflower honey, natural jus
Chicken Fried SkateCA$37.00
chili & ramp rémoulade, cured egg yolk, housemade preserves
@wok_lobsterCA$75.00
lobster dashi, caramelized carrot purée, vermicelli, poached tail
Wagyu BeefCA$120.00
a5 japanese wagyu strip loin, ponzu borderlaise, pomme purée, pearl onion
Best Duck In the CityCA$120.00
whole roasted pekin duck, roasted garlic hoisin, cucumber, leeks, steamed baos

Tim Ban

Dessert

Sticky Toffee PuddingCA$16.00
palm sugar toffee, medjool dates, caramelized apples, calvados cinnamon ice cream
Calpico Panna CottaCA$16.00
raspberry & milk sorbet, skyr yoghurt, garden basil
Molten Lava CakeCA$16.00
valrhona ivoire, lau sa, raspberry
Ice CreamCA$5.00
two scoops of mango, black sesame, red bean, matcha, or ube

What 1,603 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

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R&D Restaurant in Toronto delights diners with "exceptional food" and a "great fusion of Chinese, Japanese, and Vietnamese cuisines." The "Peking duck is something special" and highly recommended. Guests appreciate the innovative and "flavourful dishes" and commend the "attentive and warm service." It's a vibrant spot for modern Asian fine dining.

1,603 Reviews

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Jason
Seattle3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food. Brussel sprouts, rice and obviously the duck stand out. Great service. Accommodated our party of 12. Several repeat customers.
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Gloria
Toronto4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved the service at R&D and the food and drinks were amazing.
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Gabriela
Montreal10 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is excellent. Great cocktails. The service is friendly and efficient. We had a great time!
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mindy
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It's true, the Pekin duck is extraordinary. So was everything else. We'll definitely be back.
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Pamela VIP
Toronto4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
I have a 2 for noise Level. That is because when we were seated in the front part of the restaurant, across from the bar, the music was VERY LOUD! I asked one of the staff if the music could be turned down as I am hard of hearing and we were meeting friends and wanting to have a conversation. He was very accommodating and did turn the music down to a background level. I very much appreciated that and we were able to enjoy a lively conversation with friends.
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Jon VIP
Las Vegas2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food. Is. Exceptional. Party of 4 with quite discerning tastes we were all wowed. Definitely will repeat.
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Gloria
Toronto4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant atmosphere was a perfect ambience.
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Dawn
Toronto22 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I've been coming to this place for years now and I am never disappointed. What I find most impressive is how the new items on the menu are so innovative and delicious. How Chef manages to keep coming up with such interesting and scrumptious new dishes is what keeps me coming back after 10 years. This time, a special mention goes out to our server Sara(h), who was delightful, knowledgeable, and perfectly present (and patient with our 11 year old dinner companion :)).
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isabelle
Toronto2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
our waiter was outstanding and provided super helpful explanations and really good recommendations. the food was delicious and the restaurant is super nice
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Mariana
Mexico City2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service, it met our expectations as the food was delicious! The place was great!
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