My hope for 2017, visit more restaurants on my ever growing wishlist (Canis, Doma, Le Banane) and get up early for brunch (The Commodore, Tabule Souk, White Lily Diner).

1. Shoushin

Rating/Price: 5.0 $$$$
Why? Indulgent, splurge worthy, high quality ingredients
Must Order: Omakase at the sushi bar
Good For? Special occasions, couples

 

2. Canoe

Rating/Price: 4.5 $$$$
Why? Classic Toronto restaurant, stunning view, beautiful plates
Must Order: Anything on special
Good For? Date night, special occasions, couples or small groups

 

3. Kookminhakgyo

Rating/Price: 4.5 $$
Why? Fun, unique decor, delicious authentic Korean BBQ
Must Order: Pork belly with skin
Good For? Small groups, carnivores

 

4. Branca

Rating/Price: 5.0 $$$
Why? Great service, fire roasted meats, the fries
Must Order: Short rib, ocotpus, fries
Good For? Groups, celebrations, birthday dinners

 

5. Aoyama

Rating/Price: 4.5 $$$
Why? High quality sushi at great value
Must Order: Omakase sushi set
Good For? Special occasions, sushi lovers, families, date night

 

6. Tendou Matcha & Dessert

Rating/Price: 4.5 $
Why? High quality matcha drinks and delicious desserts
Must Order: Cream puffs, houjicha latte
Good For? Dessert, small groups, takeout

 

7. Fishman Lobster Clubhouse

Rating/Price: 4.5 $$$
Why? Extravagant, interactive, high quality seafood
Must Order: Lobster tower
Good For? Big groups, family events, celebrations

 

Honorable Mentions:
Shinobu – 4.5 $$$
Kub Khao Thai Eatery – 4.5 $$
Mymy Chicken – 4.5 $
Pomegranate – 4.5 $$
Qin Tang Taste – 4.5 $
Szechuan Legend – 4.5 $$
Le Baratin – 4.5 $$

Did I miss your favourite restaurant? Let me know in the comments.

Last Updated: 02/17/2017

1. Jacobs & Co Steakhouse

Rating/Price: 4.0 / $$$$
Why? Intimate, impeccable service, beautiful aged steaks and a wide selection of wine
Must Order: Jacobs Caesar Salad made table side
Good For? Romantic dates, couples, anniversaries

 

2. JaBistro

Rating/Price: 5.0 / $$$$
Why? Best sashimi in the city, hidden entrance, great patio
Must Order: Fresh Sashimi Platter, Aburicious
Good For? Small groups, couples, birthdays

 

3. Bar Isabel

Rating/Price: 5.0 / $$$
Why? Delicious food, complicated cocktails and perfect for sharing
Must Order: Whole Sea Bream Ceviche, Bone Marrow
Good For? Small groups, couples, special dates

 

4. Yasu

Rating/Price: 4.0 / $$$$
Why? Fantastic sushi, intimate atmosphere, unique dining experience
Must Order: Omakase
Good For? Adventurous date, special event, small groups

 

• Luma – 4.0 $$$
• Yuzu no Hana – 4.0 $$$
• Bosk – 4.5 $$$
• Porzia – 5.0 $$$
• Cafe Boulud – 5.0 $$$
• The Good Son – 5.0 $$$
• Harbour Sixty – 4.0 $$$$

Still TBE (To be Eaten):

• Le Cafe Michi
• Lai Wah Heen
• Hiro Sushi
• Los Colibris
• The Carbon Bar

Did I miss your favourite restaurant? Let me know in the comments. Last Updated: 04/28/2015