Nice clean place with friendly staff and street parking available
Anastasiia Lazarchuk
I'm not a pizza or Italian food fan. But this is a place I always enjoy going and ordering take out from. Great combination and taste balance, perfectly baked. Always happy with the quality and recommend to everyone.
I have been to Defina's on Dupont 4 times so far and plan to come back again and again. Their pizza is one of the best in Toronto at a reasonable price. I recommend trying all of them but my personal favourite is "Vegan Love". Their service is outstanding! One time 3 out of 8 pizzas came burned on the bottom of some slices and without hesitation we got 3 more pizzas to replace the burned ones. In addition we received a free dessert platter on the house.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Olga K
My fav place to get pizza and Italian food in Toronto.
Vegetarian options: Wild mushroom pizza is amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wild Mushroom Pizza
Emmanuel Adu-poku
Excellent vibes and Good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
OracleLife
I've been Italy this past may. Travelled from Rome, Materra, Positino, Amalfi to Sicily. Ate pizza twice a day. Never ONCE did i get pizza as good a Definas. One is over hyped or the other is just that good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Octopus & Calamari
Sarah Freia
As someone who is gluten free, and who often tries to minimize my dairy consumption, I am appreciative of Defina’s offerings!
This pizzeria has gluten free bases, as well as well-thought out vegan toppings (they do change up). The gluten free dough is very good. It’s more fluffy as opposed to flat (I prefer this Neapolitan style of pizza).
What I like most about Defina is their creative toppings. There really is something for everyone here! You want a regular margarita? Got it. You want a lot of cheese? Got it. You want chicken wings? Somehow - got it!
The service has also always been friendly, attentive, and willing to talk me through my dietary needs. I also like the more intimate atmosphere, which makes it perfect for a date (friendship, romantic, or even self-dating).
For a creative pizzeria that caters to multiple dietary restrictions, head over to Defina!
This restaurant is a lovely date night spot either sitting on the patio or in the beautiful restaurant. The staff team are so friendly and accomodating. We really appreciate Badhir's welcoming smike and fantastic service. The food is always awesome, especially the Molto Bello Diavola (a favourite of ours) and the Braised Short Rib Rigatoni. The cocktails are excellently mixed and the wine selection is good with the staff happy to recommend great pairings. I cannot say enough nice things about one of our favourite places to eat in our area. Thanks Defina! We will be back again soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Warm Olives with Ouzo and Orange, Braised Short Rib Paccheri, Creme Brulee
Mahdi
Quality has gone down. They just randomly throw materials into the pizza. They were rushing it.
The sauce and dough are really good. I'm Italian. Everyone at my table was happy. Ask questions.
Vegetarian options: Have a few pizzas that are vegetarian (see bottom of menu)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Keefe Valladares
Stopped by Defina for a sat night dinner and wasn't disappointed!
We ordered the sweet potato fries to start, followed by the wild mushroom pizza and penne ala vodka.
The sweet potato fries are freshly cut and not your typical fries. These were cut into larger strips, coated in chilli powder and fried until cooked. I liked that these were not too salty and the dip they came with was lovely. I wish they were a little more crispy. For the price, it seemed okay.
The pizza is where we were very impressed! The toppings included all sorts of premium mushrooms, crisp kale and the right amount of gorgonzola cheese. As a fan of gorgonzola, this pizza hit the spot. The complementary pepper oil works well with the pizza too!
The penne was okay with the typical tomato based sauce with penne that was cooked well. Nothing that can't be made at home.
Overall, this was a pleasant first visit. I'd go straight for the pizza next time and skip the other options. The wild mushroom pizza is unique and delicious, for me to return regularly.
Vegetarian options: Good options for vegetarians in the pizza and appetizers.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wild Mushroom Pizza
Marta-Anna Yunashko
Thank you for great service and delicious food, the manager Neil is very helpful
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mehran Omidvar
We celebrated our 50th anniversary at Defina on Dupont Street with 74 guests, including 6 children, and the experience was absolutely exceptional. Several months before the event, we met with Neil, the manager, who immediately put us at ease with his accommodating and helpful approach. He worked closely with us to plan a menu that catered to everyone, including the children and our vegetarian guests, ensuring that every detail was thoughtfully considered.
On the day of the event, the restaurant’s interior was beautifully set up, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that perfectly complemented the occasion. As the evening progressed, it became clear that Neil and his team had gone above and beyond to make our celebration memorable. Our guests couldn't stop raving about the delicious food and impeccable service—they enjoyed it so much that even after five hours, no one wanted to leave.
The staff at Defina were truly outstanding. They were attentive, accommodating every request with a smile, and ensured that everyone, from the youngest child to the oldest guest, felt welcomed and well cared for.
We wholeheartedly recommend Defina for any special occasion. The food, the service, and the overall experience were all top-notch, and we look forward to hosting more events there in the future.
First Impression: A nice casual yet romantic spot. Perfect for a relaxed date night. The staff at this location is great. They all made us feel very welcome.
Order: SAN Pellegrino, puma, wild mushroom and cappuccino.
Favourite: Pumba. The sauce on the pizza was very flavourful and the crust was fluffy.
Critiques: The wild mushroom pizza was good but a tad too salty. Also there was only one non alcoholic cocktail on the menu, adding more options wouldn’t hurt!
Bonus: They have a beautiful patio. Perfect for those summer nights out!
Take Away: A lovely spot for firewood pizza, it’s going on my go to list for Toronto.
Tried the beet chips and the winner.
Nice clean place with friendly staff and street parking available
I'm not a pizza or Italian food fan. But this is a place I always enjoy going and ordering take out from.
Great combination and taste balance, perfectly baked. Always happy with the quality and recommend to everyone.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dietary restrictions: Best gluten-free crusts!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Junction Triangle Pizza, Pretty Margherita, Wild Mushroom Pizza, Diva Margherita Pizza V
I have been to Defina's on Dupont 4 times so far and plan to come back again and again. Their pizza is one of the best in Toronto at a reasonable price. I recommend trying all of them but my personal favourite is "Vegan Love". Their service is outstanding! One time 3 out of 8 pizzas came burned on the bottom of some slices and without hesitation we got 3 more pizzas to replace the burned ones. In addition we received a free dessert platter on the house.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My fav place to get pizza and Italian food in Toronto.
Vegetarian options: Wild mushroom pizza is amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wild Mushroom Pizza
Excellent vibes and Good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
I've been Italy this past may. Travelled from Rome, Materra, Positino, Amalfi to Sicily. Ate pizza twice a day. Never ONCE did i get pizza as good a Definas. One is over hyped or the other is just that good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Octopus & Calamari
As someone who is gluten free, and who often tries to minimize my dairy consumption, I am appreciative of Defina’s offerings!
This pizzeria has gluten free bases, as well as well-thought out vegan toppings (they do change up). The gluten free dough is very good. It’s more fluffy as opposed to flat (I prefer this Neapolitan style of pizza).
What I like most about Defina is their creative toppings. There really is something for everyone here! You want a regular margarita? Got it. You want a lot of cheese? Got it. You want chicken wings? Somehow - got it!
The service has also always been friendly, attentive, and willing to talk me through my dietary needs. I also like the more intimate atmosphere, which makes it perfect for a date (friendship, romantic, or even self-dating).
For a creative pizzeria that caters to multiple dietary restrictions, head over to Defina!
Dietary restrictions: Gluten Free
Vegan
Vegetarian
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This restaurant is a lovely date night spot either sitting on the patio or in the beautiful restaurant. The staff team are so friendly and accomodating. We really appreciate Badhir's welcoming smike and fantastic service. The food is always awesome, especially the Molto Bello Diavola (a favourite of ours) and the Braised Short Rib Rigatoni. The cocktails are excellently mixed and the wine selection is good with the staff happy to recommend great pairings. I cannot say enough nice things about one of our favourite places to eat in our area. Thanks Defina! We will be back again soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Warm Olives with Ouzo and Orange, Braised Short Rib Paccheri, Creme Brulee
Quality has gone down. They just randomly throw materials into the pizza. They were rushing it.
Restaurantji Recommends
The sauce and dough are really good. I'm Italian. Everyone at my table was happy. Ask questions.
Vegetarian options: Have a few pizzas that are vegetarian (see bottom of menu)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stopped by Defina for a sat night dinner and wasn't disappointed!
We ordered the sweet potato fries to start, followed by the wild mushroom pizza and penne ala vodka.
The sweet potato fries are freshly cut and not your typical fries. These were cut into larger strips, coated in chilli powder and fried until cooked. I liked that these were not too salty and the dip they came with was lovely. I wish they were a little more crispy. For the price, it seemed okay.
The pizza is where we were very impressed! The toppings included all sorts of premium mushrooms, crisp kale and the right amount of gorgonzola cheese. As a fan of gorgonzola, this pizza hit the spot. The complementary pepper oil works well with the pizza too!
The penne was okay with the typical tomato based sauce with penne that was cooked well. Nothing that can't be made at home.
Overall, this was a pleasant first visit. I'd go straight for the pizza next time and skip the other options. The wild mushroom pizza is unique and delicious, for me to return regularly.
Vegetarian options: Good options for vegetarians in the pizza and appetizers.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wild Mushroom Pizza
Thank you for great service and delicious food, the manager Neil is very helpful
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We celebrated our 50th anniversary at Defina on Dupont Street with 74 guests, including 6 children, and the experience was absolutely exceptional. Several months before the event, we met with Neil, the manager, who immediately put us at ease with his accommodating and helpful approach. He worked closely with us to plan a menu that catered to everyone, including the children and our vegetarian guests, ensuring that every detail was thoughtfully considered.
On the day of the event, the restaurant’s interior was beautifully set up, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that perfectly complemented the occasion. As the evening progressed, it became clear that Neil and his team had gone above and beyond to make our celebration memorable. Our guests couldn't stop raving about the delicious food and impeccable service—they enjoyed it so much that even after five hours, no one wanted to leave.
The staff at Defina were truly outstanding. They were attentive, accommodating every request with a smile, and ensured that everyone, from the youngest child to the oldest guest, felt welcomed and well cared for.
We wholeheartedly recommend Defina for any special occasion. The food, the service, and the overall experience were all top-notch, and we look forward to hosting more events there in the future.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Wild Mushroom Pizza, Prosciutto Pizza
Gluten-Free Options: Yes
Halal/ Kosher Options: No
Vegan Option: Unsure
Vegetarian Options: Yes
Nut Free Options: Yes
Dairy Alternatives : Unsure
First Impression: A nice casual yet romantic spot. Perfect for a relaxed date night. The staff at this location is great. They all made us feel very welcome.
Order: SAN Pellegrino, puma, wild mushroom and cappuccino.
Favourite: Pumba. The sauce on the pizza was very flavourful and the crust was fluffy.
Critiques: The wild mushroom pizza was good but a tad too salty. Also there was only one non alcoholic cocktail on the menu, adding more options wouldn’t hurt!
Bonus: They have a beautiful patio. Perfect for those summer nights out!
Take Away: A lovely spot for firewood pizza, it’s going on my go to list for Toronto.
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Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pumba Pizza
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