50 Best Italian Restaurants in Toronto

“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 ❤️“

“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.“

“Amazing food! Will be back!“

“Everyone who works there is kind and always says hello to me. The other customers are generally not respectful of the neighborhood in the way that they take up the whole sidewalk and often force elderly people and people with baby carriages to walk in the street. So I prefer to buy the food as groceries either on Tuesdays or after lunch hours even though I love what Leo has prepared for his menu.“

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

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

“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.“

“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!“

“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 🍷“

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

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

“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!“

“Dropped in for the first time in a while . . . experience reminded me that this is a very special place. Pasta special was an amazing linguine with zucchini, ricotta and zucchini flowers in garlic olive oil dressing. Finished with a chocolate torta. Perfect.“

“Amazing Italian Cuisine Great Ambience Wonderful Service Loved it“

“Wow what an experience! Right from when you approach the magnificently restored building that the restaurant is in, you appreciate the level of excellence in every aspect of this culinary journey! The service is first class. The food was so innovative and exceptional. Every course was amazing! The wine selections for tasting menu were perfectly balanced. I highly recommend this restaurant for a special occasion!“

“Honestly, this has been the best customer experience I’ve had all year. Huge kudos to Chef Victor and his team for consistently delivering top-notch quality and care. While my partner and I love a good night out when we can, we often choose a cozy night in with Piano Piano’s frozen pizzas. My personal favourite is the Sweet Hornet, and the new sourdough crust? Absolute game-changer—way better than the previous version. At just $12 a pizza (or $10 each when you grab six), it’s a no-brainer to make space in your freezer and try every variety. 10/10 all around. I’ll continue supporting this incredible business and can’t wait for their new Dundas and Carlaw location to open!“

“I found Tutti Matti on Google Maps and like the other reviewers shared, this establishment did not disappoint. My husband and I shared the LoLo Pizza and Brisket Pasta. We finished our meal with the Panna Cotta dessert. My first time trying it and definitely won’t be my last. If you’re looking for great Italian food and a cozy ambiance, Tutti Matti is the place to eat while in Toronto. Juliana“

“Anniversary well spent!
Ficoa was a true gastronomical ride in latin America. Their 10 course meal is nothing you have tasted before and is well worth the money - everything gets explained to you perfectly and tastes out of this world. They also have the nicest people making their service top-notch. Would definitely come back, thank you Ficoa!!“

“Excellent service, food was fresh and delicious. I'll be back“

“*Wonderful customer service (thank you, Maija) *Delicious and creative pizzas * Friendly & cozy atmosphere * Highly recommended 😋“

“Food, vibes and drinks were all immaculate. Such a cute joint to visit for date night or with friends. Our server Max was amazing and really attentive. We got the arancini’s to start and the sauce tasted just like my Nonna’s. The radiatore pasta with pesto was so fresh and the stracciatella was the perfect topping. I love that they were able to split the pizza between two flavours. We got both the vodka and the annex on one pizza. Light and flavourful. Will definitely be back!“

“Really good pizza, appetizers yummy too“

“So pleased with our dining experience Constantine Toronto. The Restaurant manager Rudra went out of her way to ensure we had an amazing dining experience. Stephen and Emma who served us for dinner and brunch were professional and fun all at the same time. The chefs are truly talented and it showed throughout the flavours of our meal choices. Cocktails from David and Ashley in the cocktail bar were also elevated and unique. I would highly recommend this Restaurant and look forward to our return Micheal and Shawn Cheers“

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

“The food is beyond amazing!! And they have a great selection of desserts as well. ✨“

“I dined here this evening and the food was soooo good. I find that the quality between restaurants vary, but this location always hits!! My server, Ana was AMAZING. She was so sweet and her recommendations were great! I'll definitely be back soon!“

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

“Great atmosphere wonderful staff awesome food!💖“

“Tout est vraiment très bon!“

“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“

“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 !“

“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.“

“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!“

“Best food and great service. It's always a pleasure to dine at Grappa Restaurant“

“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 :)“

“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!“

“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!“

“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!“

“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.“

“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!“

“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.“

“We were blown away tonight, by the service, the warmth of the staff and the food. We ordered the Ceasar salad, carbonara pasta, Funghi truffle pizza, the pepperoni pizza. We will be back in a jiffy! Thank you to our lovely server, Jill, and thank you for introducing yourself Joe!“

“Delicious food and wine , nice atmosphere 👍🏻“

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