Ricarda's Restaurant | Café | Event Venue
$$$ • Mediterranean, Italian, Vegan Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Ricarda's Restaurant | Café | Event Venue
Customers' Favorites
Short Rib Croissant Sandwich & Shoestring Fries
Marinated Salmon and Avocado Toast
Black & White Lobster Ravioli
Egg Plate and Egg Sandwich
Banana Bread French Toast
Croissant Croquet Madame
Poached Eggs Benedict
Butter Croissant
Grilled Octopus
Steak and Eggs
Recent Reviews
364 ratings
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Magnificent venue, excellent food and wonderful staff
Friendly, helpful staff, delicious food, and a great atmosphere!
Exceptional food and service! A gem in the city of Toronto! Big shoutouts to Chef Julien/ Chef Nino and their team.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9AM - 2:30PM |
| Wednesday | 9AM - 2:30PM |
| Thursday | 9AM - 2:30PM |
| Friday | 9AM - 2:30PM |
| Saturday | 10AM - 2PM |
| Sunday | 10AM - 2PM |
Ricarda's Restaurant | Café | Event Venue offers a wonderful all-you-can-eat brunch experience with fresh, tasty food and attentive service. The Sunday Jazz Brunch features live music starting at 10:30 am, creating a wholesome atmosphere. The restaurant is beautifully designed, making it great for couples or gatherings. Dishes like Croissant, Lavender Coconut Latter, and Wild Mushroom Tartine are highly recommended. The Saturday in Paris special allows guests to add a variety of crêpes to their order. Highlights include the Butterfly 75 cocktail, Beef Short Rib Hash, Duck Breakfast Sandwich, and Croque Madame. The food is fresh, though some may expect more flavor. The cozy setting and great location make it a perfect choice for a special meal or corporate events. The staff are friendly, and the service is generally fast and helpful. The Riccarda's benny is fresh and a perfect portion size. The Ricarda's Toronto comes with three eggs, bacon, sausages, salad and lemon ricotta pancakes. The hazelnut latte, blueberry smoothie bowl, and poached eggs with sourdough toast are delicious. Eggs benedict comes with beautifully baked home fries and a lovely salad. The ambiance is fantastic.
Recent reviews confirm that the food and service are excellent, with a cozy yet elegant vibe. The Sunday Jazz Brunch is highly praised, especially for its live music and the special menu. Guests enjoy dishes like scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, sourdough toast, and mini ricotta pancakes, which are surprisingly addictive. The portions are just right—generous but not overwhelming—and the coffee is expertly made. The restaurant's sophisticated atmosphere combined with warm, attentive staff creates a memorable dining experience. Its convenient location, just a short walk from Osgoode Station, makes it an easy choice for brunch. Many visitors plan to return for the Sunday jazz brunch, which is considered a perfect way to start the weekend. Overall, Ricarda's offers good food and amazing service, with reasonable prices for the environment they’ve created.