Tapas Restaurants near North York, ON

“We have visited this location and Yonge & Sheppard and are equally pleased with both. Excellent service, food and variety. Oysters are always well shucked and cleaned. Delicious east coast and west coast fresh oysters! Would also highly recommend octo wasabi appetizer and their Japanese sliders. Love the atmosphere of this place!“

“Celebrated my birthday at Zui Beer Bar and had an absolute blast! Ordered the Neon Blitz and a deck of cards, which added to the fun and games with my girls. The vibrant atmosphere, delicious drinks, and lively vibe made for an unforgettable night.

The staff were friendly and attentive when needed, drinks came out fast.The Neon Blitz drink was fruity nicely presented, not strong at all - a must-try if you're not a fan of strong liquor taste, we would have liked it to have a stronger kick for the price. Music was more of a techno type. Overall, the space is on the tighter side but still cozy.

Zui Beer Bar is the perfect spot for a fun night out with friends. We can't wait to return and create more memories.

Reading some of the other reviews, apparently, they give out free birthday drink #sad I didn't get one.

Parking: Lots of Green P parking around“

“Been coming here for years. Still enjoy visiting every once in a while. Japa burger sliders are my wife’s favourite. They are a little on the sweet side though. Everything here always tastes good. The food tastes even better when paired beer or cocktails, which they have plenty of. Service here is usually prompt. Thank you“

“Bonnie our server was very knowledgeable, it was our first time at the wood owl and the food and atmosphere was excellent. We went with a group of six and we shared all our entrées. It was awesome and the wine list was extensive. What a great place.“

“Best food in the city. A master of their craft. Highly recommend. The service is incredible as well.“

“Food is so authentically good!“

“This place this everything!!! Excellent food, amazing staff and an overall experience that rocked our world! ❤️❤️❤️“

“Amazing mixed paella (ordered ahead). As good or better as what I've had in Spain with fresh mussels, clams, shrimp, calamari, (proper) Spanish chorizo and chicken. very authentic (my 6 year old loved it also). They also recommended a nice dry white wine to go with it. Picked up some imported chorizo and manchego for later 🤤.“

“This place is such a gem! The vibe is warm, vibrant, and welcoming. Perfect for a casual night out.

Our waitress was incredibly friendly and checked in often, which made the experience even better. The snacks and drinks were fantastic, with just the right mix of flavor and creativity.

Can’t wait to come back! 😄“

“Happy hour menus have been making a comeback with the weakening economy. Planta’s menu is one of the most extensive and offers great value to boot. While beer and wine ring in at $6 and $9, respectively, it’s the $10 cocktails that wet my whistle. You can’t go wrong with the lych please, a gin cocktail lightly sweetened with lychee, lemon, and pineapple with a hibiscus sugar rim that delights.

Planta also provides a huge food offering that doesn’t skimp on portions. With the lettuce wraps ($12) being half off their regular menu price ($23), I expected a shrunken helping the equivalent to two or three wraps. So, when the full plate arrived with enough of the gochujang covered crispy fried tofu and roasted Brussels sprouts to make seven wraps we were flabbergasted. Oh no, we ordered way too much food!

The menu offers no description with the chick’n fried mushrooms ($7) but they turn out to be lightly battered oyster mushrooms that’s dusted with salt and pepper served with a thinned sweet chili sauce. They’re dangerously addictive and so tasty that I could swap these for a chicken nugget any day.

In a similar vein, the crust of the cauliflower wings ($8) was so crispy despite not being overly battered. Drizzles of unagi sauce and sweet chili mayo covered the vegetables giving each bite a burst of flavour.

For a lighter nibble, the summer rolls ($6) are an option. It’s just filled with a lot of carrot and rice noodles and needed more of the other ingredients (papaya, tofu, and herbs) to stand out.

The crispy rice ($9) would work better left intact, so the starch doesn’t become cold and dry. At least they put plenty of the spicy ahi watermelon and guacamole on top to balance out the tasteless rice ball.

I preferred the spicy crab hand roll ($5 each), which was stuffed to the gills with shredded hearts of palm tossed with ponzu and spicy mayo. It’s more of a taco than handroll so it isn’t the easiest to eat but does mean there’s little rice and tons of filling.

The sole dish that threw us both off was the spinach and artichoke dip ($11). How can you mess up a creamy dip? By adding so much coconut oil into the recipe that coconut was all we could taste. It felt like I was eating a savoury coconut cream pie with chunks of vegetables. Its only saving grace was they don’t skimp on the tortilla chips… too bad we didn’t need more than a few each.“

“Tapas and Paella along with the captivating Flamenco weekend show makes for a great night out.“

“Accommodated allergies and dietary restrictions without compromising flavour. Really inventive and delicious menu -- every dish was a standout. One of the best meals I've had in Toronto in a long time.“

“Outstanding wine list and good. The Wagu sliders are a must!!“

“Visiting Toronto and we found this hip place. Servers were nice, food was good, drinks were amazing! Sake Bomb!!! 👍🏼👍🏼“

“We had the best experience at Madrina. We ordered the 11 course tapas with wine pairing. Our server Mays was knowledgeable, entertaining and prompt while servicing our table inside and tables outside. The manager, Ishaan checked on us frequently making us feel at home. When you consider the amount of courses and wine the price point was more than reasonable. We highly recommend this restaurant. Paella for the win!“

“This place was pretty nice. Coming here for the first time it was really rustic and felt pretty authentic. The vibes were great. Even tho there was a concert upstairs the music level wasn't too annoying. All the meals we ordered were very gooooood. I really enjoyed the flaming chorizo. The staff were friendly. The cocktails I can't give any review as I didn't order any. But all and all pretty nice place to enjoy.“

“Went on a Friday night without a reservation. Put my name on a list and got a table for two after about 45 minutes (consistent with what the host said).

Service was great. Didn’t catch the name of our server but he was helpful during ordering, friendly, and the right level of attentive.

We got 4 dishes, and overall the food was excellent and very reasonably priced given the portion sizes.

Giant meatball (5/5) - amazing, sauce was spot on, very generous portion
Pearled couscous (3.5/5) - a bit underdone and one of the mussels tasted off, otherwise flavor was great
Ossobuco: (4.5/5) - creamy and decadent, would order again
Beet salad (4/5): Not a big beet fan but this was still good, would have liked a bit more goat cheese

Atmosphere was nice and lively. Music and general volume was a touch loud, but not impossible to hold a conversation. This would be a fun place to share a meal with a group of 4-6.“

“We had a wonderful dinner at Kingyo Izakaya! The service was amazing, the food was presented in such lovely, creative ways and was delicious! We will be back! Thank you for a great evening!“

“I can’t say enough about our stay. I came to Toronto for surgery and had anxiety about the stay. They reached out to me numerous times to make sure I had a smooth stay. They even accommodated another night on short notice due to some complications that I had. Taylor, Nisha, Luis and everyone we came in contact with were stars in my books. They went above and beyond for my stay and I can’t thank them enough. Also the basket of bath products with a thoughtful letter was just lovely and blew me away. Have already told many people about this hotel and definitely will be back! Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Sabrina C“

“our server tess was great. help us a lot during our visit.and food are amazing.. greast experience. we'll come back .. thanks again tess.“

“Great ambience, friendly staff and tasty food. Really love the beef tataki , beef tartare and salmon tartare. Ingredients are very fresh. Love the mentaiko Caesar salad; tasty and fresh. Will definitely try other selections on the menu next time.“

“Eighteen 30 is an absolute gem in this city. Love the vibe of this spot, the atmosphere is top tier; I was singing along to the tones and the food was fooding. BIGGEST SHOUTOUT to Paul; the bartender & Shanila; our server. Will definitely be back.“

“Delicious Authentic Thai Cuisine“

“We ate here the last two nights, because we absolutely had to come back for more before leaving the city. I am so impressed with the quality of the food and the service. We will definitely be back the next time we’re in town!“

“It’s a great experience. The ambiance is very welcoming. The staff, Tommy , who is very polite and warm welcome customers. Great place for friends gathering and chatting. Definitely will go again.“

“Super cozy and chill spot for drinks and small bites with friends! The atmosphere is great and the server and owner were so kind. It was a great stop after dinner at a nearby restaurant, giving a chance for the night to continue with more drinks and food. Will definitely be back again to try some of the other drinks (super extensive cocktail menu) and food (lots of interesting korean fusion options!)“

“10/10 experience every time“

“This place is great for karaoke, you can sing absolutely anything you can imagine. The rooms are comfy and the food and drinks are great. Only downside is it's rather expensive (XL room is $90 per hour, minimum $15 spend per person on weekends). Also they don't allow for separate bills or individual food/drink purchases, which is kind of inconvenient.“

“A great hangout on a Friday night. Comfy atmosphere and top shelf service. We ordered Nagasaki jjampong and paired it with Soju, followed by yuzu high ball. It conjured memories of Omeide yokocho in Tokyo or midtown Busan. Highly recommend it if you are in North York.“

“We were very impressed with the sound quality of the venue. It was the ideal location for a performance by Sean McCann who's voice carried brilliantly throughout. He is a wonderful entertainer and human being.“

“The food was incredible. We got the Steamed Black Cod in Laksa with Vermicelli and the Kaya Toast for dessert both to share since we weren't super hungry. Both really hit the spot! One small things: our seats weren't super comfy at the table up the stairs by the kitchen. But all in all a great spot.“

“Hosted an intimate dinner in the Library Room at Loop Line. The food was incredible such a uniquely curated menu and wine pairings were exceptional, a taste sensation! The staff were so warm and attentive — they made the evening unforgettable. A hidden gem, Highly recommend!“

“Delicious food, excellent service, very cool atmosphere. I‘m not exactly the type that can afford a regular night out here but every scattered visit is truly a highlight!“

“Sampo Snack Bar is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, the warm atmosphere and friendly team make you feel right at home. The menu strikes the perfect balance between comfort and creativity—every dish is packed with bold flavors, thoughtful presentation, and top-quality ingredients.

The cocktails are just as impressive—well-crafted, balanced, and refreshingly inventive. Whether you’re there for a quick bite, a casual night out, or a late-night hang, Sampo hits the mark every time. It’s clear the team puts genuine care into everything they do.

A must-visit spot that keeps you coming back. Highly recommended!“

“we went there last night ! ordered half octopus . its came and we didn't like it so much. waitres asked why we didn't finish , we said we didn't like it so much . Manger came to the table (before the bill) and asked what we didn't like in the octopus... and than she went to back and came back with : taking the charge of the octopus from the bill (its $59) !!!! great service !!! in very respect !!! with not even 1 word negative etc. !! amazing !!! we definitely will come back !!!!“

“Amazing restaurant. The outdoor space in the back is great even in the winter. The sharing plates are so good and the wine selection is amazing.“

“Fantastic night with awesome wine, cozy atmosphere and good food! Will definitely be going back here!“

“Over the years I have been to some pretty shady places that had questionable customer service..: but that was kind of to be expected considering the typical clientele at said spots. I arrived here at 5:50pm.., a single person looking to experience a new to me restaurant. Introducing the pickle barrel.. price point was crazy good. Reservations easy to make. One person for 5:45 pm. Took a minute to find the space, once in waitress was attentive, I ordered an appy and a half priced bottle of wine. Keep in mind it was just me and when I arrived there was no one here in a HUGE space. I also ordered the holiday 3 course dinner... an appy of butternut squash soup, a main of apple chicken and for desert apple blossom. Again, it's just ME!!! They bring out the calamari AND the soup...no big deal. Calamari sucked ballz, timid temp and rubbery as hell..:whatever, calamari is an art that not everyone can master. They also brought the soup at the same time. No big deal, it's just me, no one else here so I have time right?! 🤷🏽‍♀️ Nope, half way through the Calamari they bring my Main... ask them to keep it under the lamp, no problem... 5 minutes later the main arrives... still not done the calamari.... Or the soup Finish the appies and ask them for a container so I can re heat my food when I get home since it's cold/ Great, no prob Keep in mind I got here at 5:50pm it is now 7:51 No desert and no waitress to even ask for it During this terrible dinner service a table of 6 arrived and a table of 3. I know full well a table of 6 scores more dollars than a table for 1 but now I will never come back... so was it worth it? Not for me 🤦🏻‍♀️🤷🏽‍♀️ A complete waste of time! Note: I ended up having to go speak to the hostess to let her know my concerns, get my desert and my bill. It was at this point that the original waitress asked me if I needed anything... I told her someone else was getting my bill. *hostess offered a discount ,wasn't necessary but appreciated.“

“Just had our first dinner at Alma and LOVED it! So delicious! I will dream about the fritters tonight, but also loved every dish we had. We will definitely go back“

“A consistently, very good neighbourhood Italian restaurant. I particularly like their eggplant parm, which has been on the menu for years.I sat at the bar, which I always recommend for solo diners. The bartender was very attentive and friendly, even though he was quite busy. Kudos!“

“Good food and reasonably priced“

“Great atmosphere and food. Friendly staff. The grilled prawns were surprisingly amazing - more tasty than I expected. The aubergine was lovely. The corn & spider roll was also fantastic. The only left down was the chicken teriyaki - was dry and not enough flavour or sauce. Beer float was great. Overall, highly recommended“

“We hosted a large birthday dinner at Eden Trattoria and the entire experience was incredible from start to finish. Everything from booking the event to the night of went smoothly and the staff went above and beyond to make it memorable. Our server, Hafi, was outstanding, and Andrei, the general manager, was so accommodating and kind.

The food was a true 10 out of 10. Every single guest loved their meal, and the atmosphere of the restaurant is perfect for any occasion. The space is beautiful, the service is exceptional, and the entire team made us feel genuinely taken care of.

We had such a great time here, and the kindness and professionalism of the staff elevated the night even more. I highly recommend Eden Trattoria for any event or night out. Thank you again to Andrei and Hafi for making our celebration so special.“

“It was a truly excellent meal, and a unique dining experience. I felt like I was back in Kobe. Fantastic service and very friendly. Highly recommended!“

“Wonderful time at Mezzatta tonight.“

“Exceptional food! Several homemade, balanced, and flavourful Spanish sauces made the dishes we had really stand out. The paella and artichoke with jamon were exceptional but all of our dishes were wonderful. The atmosphere was warm, welcoming, and friendly. They took pride in the authenticity of their recipes and showed real care in their service and execution. I will return, and recommend to friends. Visiting Santa Marta was a very special evening.“

“This place has become my favourite Izakaya in Toronto! The food reminds me of the food I had in Japan, and the omurice is the best omurice I’ve ever had in Toronto!! Our server, Bomyi, was so attentive and friendly and made the experience so comforting and pleasant!!! She really stood out to me. I highly recommend this Izakaya to everyone - and make sure to check out their Sunday omurice special!!“

“Learned about this place from Too Good To Go app and decided to come here for lunch with a friend. It is a little hard to spot since it is hidden in a small street. We heard this place just open a month ago, so might explain why the place wasn't too busy. Good for us, since we could sit by the cozy lounge area. I got the Avocado Toast, and my friend the Mediterranean Cauliflower. The Toast was super balanced and beautiful (and so much avocado!). The Cauliflower had a lot of components and was very filling. We both agreed the food was 10/10. if you coming for Cocktail, would recommend the Amethyst and the Carribean Sour!“

“We go to Corks for work lunch regularly. The food and drinks are great for the price. The atmosphere is great and quiet for conversations. The waiter Agusto is awesome and provides 5-star services all the time. He remembers all of our names and our orders and preferences. Lunch at Corks has become one of the reasons we come in to office for work!“

“Amazing vibe, food, music & service. Def our new favourite in Toronto. We will be back and back and back! 💜🩷“