28 Best Bistros in Toronto

“Really loved the atmosphere and service was great. Was of course an expensive meal but that’s not unexpected. We had lemon shrimp on lobster butter risotto, steak frites, lamb pasta dish and steak tartar. We enjoyed all our food immensely.“

“Excellent food and service! Would come back.“

“My daughter & I shared a salad and a steak/frites and it was amazing. The steak was moist delicious - the best I’ve ever tasted in a steak frites combo (as often the cuts of beef are tough). The bread & better were divine and so was the house salad.“

“I went to the Broadview hotel for a wedding in June. The dinner was fabulous, however the definite highlight was the red velvet cheesecake dessert!!! Unbelievable delicious! I had to go back a couple of weeks later and the ever so talented pastry Chef Daniela kindly made me another order. Thank you Daniela!!!!!“

“Joni Restaurant is an absolute gem nestled in the heart of Yorkville. The ambiance is refined yet welcoming—sophisticated décor, soft lighting, and elegant touches that create the perfect atmosphere for a memorable evening.

The food is nothing short of exquisite. Each dish is thoughtfully crafted with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and presented like a work of art. The flavors are rich and layered, with just the right balance of creativity and comfort. Every bite felt intentional and elevated.

The service was exceptional—attentive, warm, and genuinely caring. You can tell the staff takes pride in creating a flawless dining experience.

We are celebrating a very special occasions here, and everything—from the setting to the dessert—felt curated with love and elegance.

Thank you, Joni, for making our evening truly unforgettable. We'll definitely be back!“

“Great spot amazing food !“

“I wish I could give more then five stars for Maison T. This was our fifth time going to this restaurant. The food gets better very time we visit. The staff is absolutely wonderful and the ambiance is just perfect. The chef is absolutely amazing and has put together the most incredible and delicious menu you could ever want. If you want the best restaurant experience in Toronto, go to Maison T.“

“We got the rack of lamb "cook it yourself" kit on Friday; with the sides it's an amazing value and made an absolutely superb dinner. There was an error in my order, (understandable at 7 pm on a Friday) but the team went the extra mile to make it right. I highly recommend their meals for takeout, and I'm really looking forward to dining in on their extended menu when the lockdown is over.“

“Food, service, atmosphere all great! we will be back!“

“Can’t say enough about how great the service is here or how delicious the pastries are! I also bought breads. So happy to have them in our Cabbagetown neighborhood (second location). Thank you Manon, Charles and Jules for outstanding service! Bravo!“

“The best food and great atmosphere!“

“Fantastic……………………………………..“

“great food and fun place to meet with friends. Very accessible.“

“I have lived close by to this place for almost a decade and I finally got to try it the other day, huge portion sizes, quick and fast service, definitely recommend this place. I tried the chicken wings and fries, can't wait to go back.“

“To start off, the waiters were really good. We ordered in English and it was our first time trying food like these. We got the mayo tofu and braised sliced pork with the amazing LA Zi CHI which we completely devoured. Overall an amazing experience“

“We used AGO Bistro's private dining space for a business dinner. Everything was excellent. Working with Brett to plan it was easy and enjoyable. The service was very attentive. Beautiful and delicious food. Surrounded by great art. I would book this again for our next business dinner. Thank you, AGO Bistro!“

“Fantastic ambiance, service from Ben. Food and wine were excellent! Highly recommend.“

“Classy and beautiful place, with great food and service. Definitely coming back!“

“Friendly welcoming service with good food and lovely wine. Delighting to celebrate as a couple in an environment that feels stylishly intimate.“

“Such a great spot! The food was amazing — the gochujang pasta was creamy with a nice kick, the beef tartare was super fresh, and I tried chicken suyuk for the first time — it was so tender and delicious. The vibe is cozy and the staff were very kind. Definitely coming back!✨😋“

“This was my first visit and overall I had a good experience, the menu is extensive and everything we tried was tasty, especially the Madame Croque, which I really enjoyed. The coffee was excellent too, but the Mimosa leaned more toward orange juice since it had very little Prosecco. My only other gripe is that the portions were quite small for the price, but otherwise I’d be happy to come back and try more of their menu.“

“Outstanding food, attentive wait staff and chef. Great atmosphere!! We will be returning for sure.“

“Such incredible food , great presentation and attentive staff!“

“Inside of the One King West hotel, atmosphere is great and everything we ate was good and large portion. We really likes the salad which came as a side to the burger.
If youa are a guest of the hotel, there is a 20% off the price for lunch menu.“

“Went here for a birthday party for my friend Felix and the food is incredible and super authentic! The wait staff are all Chinese-speaking and it was a great opportunity to try some incredible lamb, pork, chicken, and seafood dishes grilled.

This was my first time trying a century old egg, my friend Boyu told me that this is a dish that separates men from boys in China - and I'm glad to find out that I'm now capable of being a Chinese man.

Great experience, our group was very boisterous and obnoxious, and the wait staff were incredibly patient with us.“

“We stumbled upon Bar Wellington by accident, and we are so happy we did 😊great pint of beer and the food ? Wow, not your typical pub grub we had the mussels and the flavour in the broth was next level, the bugger was juicy and flavoursome and the house fries we excellent to, the place is family friendly. We will definitely be back.“

“We celebrated our anniversary here and couldn’t have picked a better place. The staff made the evening feel special from start to finish, even surprising us with a complimentary dessert. The food was truly exceptional — every dish felt like a work of art, both visually and in flavor. The scallops were perfectly cooked, and the wine list offered some great pairings. We also loved the cozy yet refined interior, which helped set the mood for a romantic evening. This place knows how to create memorable experiences, and we’ll definitely be back for future celebrations.“

“Beautiful interior decor and very tasty meals! Amazing beer and wine!“