50 Best Italian Restaurants near East York

“lovely atmosphere. food was amazing!! The chef did a wonderful job. Joey, our host was attentive and made us feel welcome. I would highly recommend this restaurant.“

“Food is 11/10, one of the best Italian places in Toronto! All of their pasta is made fresh in-house, the tomato sauce is very fresh and we will definitely come back. Personally, I think it’s better than most of the pasta places in Italy (high recommend the mushroom tagliatelle).“

“Yesterday, we tried the lasagna, and the sauce was exceptional. We also had the pizza, which my toddler couldn't stop eating. Most importantly, the warm service made our experience enjoyable. It didn't matter if we waited two seconds or two minutes, they ensured we had a pleasant time while waiting for our order. We are definitely planning to come back!“

“If you’re looking for a delicious and affordable summer treat, you have to try their barf gola for less than $5. This unique ice dish is fully loaded with dry fruits, making each bite a delightful experience.We also explored their menu and were thoroughly impressed. Here’s what we tried:Butter Paneer Pizza: This pizza was outstanding. The precooked toppings, including the butter paneer, blended perfectly to create a mind-blowing taste. Each bite was rich and flavorful.Chicken Wings: These wings were crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The seasoning was spot-on, making them an irresistible treat.Crispy Chicken Burger: OMG, this burger was delicious! The crispy chicken patty was perfectly cooked, and the combination of fresh toppings and sauce made it an unforgettable experience.Tandoori Chicken Pizza: To finish, we had the Tandoori Chicken Pizza. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the pizza dough was soft and cooked to perfection. The spices and toppings melded beautifully, making it an extraordinary dish.If you're craving delicious food this summer, this spot is a must-visit. From refreshing barf gola to mouthwatering pizzas and burgers, they have it all. Check out this place and enjoy satisfying all your summer cravings in one spot!“

“I live in the neighborhood and have been a customer for more than 10 years. My grandchildren go here twice a week for their pizza lunch. This Pizza Pizza location always has fantastic pizza and great service — we’ve never had any issues with their products. Highly recommend! 🍕“

“Open after a concert at history on a Sunday night. My friend and I had quality service. Pizza slice was a great price and delicious. Honestly the best post concert pizza I’ve ever had. The employee even made a pizza for a family at 12am before close because the young boy was upset. Good to see that there is still good people in this world.“

“First class from beginning to end. We were lucky to reserve seats at the chef’s bar and see the detail and care that goes in to every dish. Great chat, buzzing atmosphere and fantastic food. A memorable evening ❤️“

“Second time there to having dinner with my husband by Dior’s retreat. Very thankful and grateful“

“We had fabulous service. Our waiter Tim was fantastic. Very attentive and wonderful personality Would highly recommend going there if you are in Toronto“

“I ordered the wedding soup take out. $7.99 but the paper cup they give you is minuscule. Should be at least double the size for the price they charge. What a rip off. Too bad because I like there food overall“

“Great find. We sat at the bar as they were busy, bar staff were very friendly and knowlegable about the menu, always looked after us. We both had the pasta dish off of their specials menu. Shrimp with an Italian sausage, it was piping hot and very tasty!“

“Amazing service and amazing food every single time. H“

“Rough day for our family and we decided to go out for dinner. We chose Scaddabush Despite our own issues the serving staff were all attentive, cheery and delightful. Definitely made for a better ending to what had been a rotten day. Really appreciate how polite and cheerful the whole team was. Ashley was our primary server but the whole team mirrored her postive and cheerful demeanor.“

“What a charming and cozy spot. Each dish is beautifully designed. We had a pizza that was light and crispy and the salsicchia and gnocchi were unbelievable. The open kitchen really adds to the environment as well, it is fun to see and hear everything that goes on that is usually behind the scenes.“

“Excellent food and incredible, friendly service. Highly recommend.“

“Tout est vraiment très bon!“

“I had a lovely birthday dinner date here, everything, from the food, to the service, to the atmosphere, was amazing. To start we got the peach bellini slush and strawberry aperol sour, both of which were tasty and refreshing, and did not taste like alcohol. For an appetizer, we shared a plate of fried calamari rings, which was scrumptious. The marinara dipping sauce paired well and the acidity cut the greasiness of the oils. Onto the main dishes, the vodka rigatoni was exceptional, and the portion was quite big! I loved the sauce and the small chunks of meat, although I did find the cheese on top a bit strange. The mushroom pizza also tasted great, however, I would probably recommend getting pasta over pizza here, since that seems to be their niche. For dessert, we ordered a tiramisu, which was exceptional, probably the best tiramisu I've had from a restaurant. NOTE: be careful when scooping the first bite, because we both choked on the cocoa powder, which was very funny. Overall, I absolutely loved my experience dining here, and I would love to come back with my girl friends on a night out, I feel like that would be an ultimate vibe. I also want to come check out their happy hour so I can try some of their drinks for $10.“

“Amazing pasta and pizza!“

“Great food excellent service very attentive even the owner came to our table super friendly and great atmosphere Drew M Albuquerque New Mexico“

“Great dinner. Definitely recommended“

“Best vegan food ever! Every time we visit Toronto, we stop for a great evening❤️“

“They had amazing food! Their pasta is absolutely incredible I would definitely eat there again! Service was amazing and it was just an enjoyable time! Their desserts taste amazing as well!“

“Quite simply - this is truly a great neighbourhood retreat ! Staff are maxing and the owner Sina has a way of making everyone feel like they are a VIP REGULAR !“

“Amazing food! Will be back!“

“Walked in on a Thursday evening with my wife and 10-month old (they don’t take resos for groups less than 5). Place was packed. About a 25 minute wait for a table. Service was solid - they checked our stroller and the staff felt warm and friendly. Ambience is great. Lot of fun decorations and good music. We ordered the calamari, risotto balls, gnocchi, and ossobuco. I was super excited for the food to come. It was a decent meal; just no WOW factor and the seasoning was lacking. For example, the ossobucco was meat in gravy with a couple of mushrooms — I would strongly consider serving that dish with something starchy (like mashed potatoes or polenta) for balance. I’d come back to give it another chance if in the area.“

“Food is great and reasonably priced ,great drinks and the staff are excellent ,well trained and have a laugh with you .The manager made me a Caesar (cocktail) and converted me …. Will definitely be back“

“We selected this restaurant based on its location but not knowing anything about it. We were very happy with our choice and had an amazing evening. The starters we chose were burrata with beets and carpaccio di crevo. Both were very good. We then had linguine con asttice and upon the server's recommendation, lamb. These dishes were flavorful and beautifully presented. What made the night even better was the fantastic service. Marty from Sudbury was amazing! He made solid food and drink recommendations along with engaging in great conversation. After trying a number of restaurants on College St, this one is our favourite. We definitely will be returning!“

“Great food great atmosphere 👏🍷“

“Ostaria Giula has the most amazing staff our server was Giancarlo he was super amaziOstaria Giulia hang with great recommendations. He was very knowledgeable about all the food and was able to suggest dishes for food allergies. I was so excited to go to our first Michelin star restaurant to celebrate a birthday and an anniversary. I was hoping to be able to meet Rob Rossi but I didn't just meet him, he was aware of our celebration and he took the time to come and great us .....I am a foodie so I was truly star struck. David Minicucci went above and beyond getting us a perfect table and ensuring we had a wonderful celebration. Thank you all at Ostaria Giulia from the chefs to servers and bar tender and the wonderful sommelier who suggested the perfect wine. We had an amazing time that I will remember forever. BRAVO!!!!!“

“Good food and service, nice atmosphere 🍷“

“came here for my birthday dinner and was absolutely blown away by the hospitality and service! i believe he is the owner but sweetest man alive and really cared for us to have a great experience. food was spectacular and was also very accomodating as one of us had a bunch of food limitations and so they made us a special dish that wasnt on the menu! highly recommend :)“

“Great and intimate restaurant with food made fresh right there. The owner works the floor and makes and effort to great every guest - you really feel taken care of! Food is delicious too, but make sure to give it a second to cool down before biting in as it is served fresh and hot“

“EXCELLENT Pizza! Friendly staff, LOVE their bread!! (it is their pizza dough) the Bread alone was worth the trip to the city! Highly recommended!“

“From the moment we first walked in, we felt truly welcomed. The staff treat you as if you are friends visiting their home — warm, attentive, and genuinely kind. The food is always delicious: you can rely on the classics but also discover new dishes every time. We first came here right after arriving in Toronto, and it gave us the rare feeling of being at home in such a big city. Since then, we return several times a month, and every visit has been a positive experience. The atmosphere is cozy, the service outstanding, and the hospitality remarkable. It honestly feels like visiting friends, not just going to a restaurant. A place we highly recommend — definitely worth a visit when in Toronto!“

“Fast pizza with delicious crust. And a really nice staff member named Kashmir. I have lunch for 3 days this week - the pizza I chose is the Danforth (Greek). You gotta eat here!“

“would highly recommend going there.... Food... Excellent Service... Excellent Atmosphere... Excellent They ALWAYS aim to PLEASE.“

“Italian style, charcoal grilled food is good, I will come again next time 😜“

“A friend and I enjoyed lunch on Friday October 17. We had reserved and were seated at one of their window tables. Our server Quinn was friendly and efficient and was able to offer his opinion on main dishes we selected. The portions were more than generous and both of us were provided with take away containers. My friend has decided to book a family birthday here later this month. And I plan to return to Trattoria Di Parma early in November with friends who will be visiting from Calgary. Final comments: Great food, great service and very reasonable prices.“

“We visited Ciao Ragazzi with friends last night and had the most wonderful experience! The atmosphere felt cozy and welcoming, and the service was attentive without being rushed - just perfect for a relaxed evening out.

The food was absolutely outstanding. We shared calamari, grilled octopus, burrata, and arancini - each dish was fresh, beautifully prepared, and full of flavor. The highlight for us was the freshly baked bread from their pizza oven… warm, fragrant, and honestly unforgettable! You can truly taste the love and authenticity in every bite.

If you’re looking for a place with great food, friendly vibes, and that true Italian feel - this is the spot. We’re already talking about when to go back! 🍷🍽️💛“

“Thank you, Chef Piotr Przykaza and your wife for phenomenal dinner and Tristian for an amazing service 😊🍷 Very highly recommend it 👍“

“Delicious food, friendly people, great atmosphere. No pictures because I ate my sandwich and tiramisu too fast! Awesome vegetarian options that don’t feel like an afterthought. Can’t wait to go back!

Update: have gone back several times and love bringing friends to try it. Always a crowd pleaser!“

“One of my favorite restaurants in Atlanta. I Absolutely love this place.“

“Excellent food. and very friendly staff. The mushroom salad, veal marsala, and the short ribs were fantastic. We highly recommend this restaurant.“

“Absolutely delicious! This gem of a restaurant was the highlight of the last leg of our trip. The lamb shank was fall of the bone tender, the paella flavorful, and the supreme chicken melted in your mouth. Highly recommend and we will be back.“

“Staff are very friendly & welcoming. The owner/chef came out to chat with diners which is always great. Food was delicious & freshly made. The exterior is a bit misleading & could be enhanced with flowers, signage etc. Menu changes in the first of each month. Will definitely return.“

“Delicious food and wine , nice atmosphere 👍🏻“

“was amazingly delicious and the service was awesome quick and fast would 1000% eat there again and again!!“

“Yet again, a fantastic meal. I always enjoy the care and attention paided to every dish. served with knowledge and flare. Thank you so much, again.“

“My bestie and I went to Piano Piano’s Colborne Street location for dinner before a show. The food, atmosphere, and staff were all incredible—but what truly made our experience exceptional was our waiter, Chiloh. He went above and beyond to ensure we had an amazing time. Absolutely spectacular service!“