Romantic Restaurants in Toronto

1. The Chase

The Chase is a rooftop restaurant that offers a contemporary New American menu and a casually elegant atmosphere. Expect small plates with big flavors, such as the beef tenderloin, the Pearl Platter (oysters, crab, shrimp, tuna, and the daily chef’s selection), or the Lobster Pappardelle.

Restaurateur Steven Salon (of BLT Prime New York) opened The Chase in 2013 and is joined by acclaimed Executive Chef Michael Steh in the kitchen. The dynamic duo also manage The Chase’s nearby seafood-focused sister restaurant, The Chase Fish and Oyster. You can find this fabulous restaurant in the Financial District.

10 Temperance Street, Toronto, Canada, Phone: 647-348-7000

2. Gusto 101 Toronto

Located in Toronto’s Portugal Village neighborhood, Gusto 101 Toronto is the popular neighborhood Italian eatery occupying a space of a former garage, wonderfully decorated and repurposed, with high ceilings, an open kitchen, long communal tables, and a huge outdoor patio. The place is extremely popular and quickly gets packed, so be prepared to wait. The menu offers simple Italian country dishes with the focus on their quality ingredients. It is Southern Italian food with a contemporary twist. Try their antipasti dishes such as tagliere misto or carpaccio or indulge in the ravioli alla Norma or rigatoni Bolognese. You cannot go wrong with one of their delicious pizzas. They use a wood-fired Tuscan grill to prepare delights such as chicken with artichokes, field mushrooms, soft egg, pecorino, and lemon. Their bar is well-stocked and they offer imaginative cocktails, a nice list of wines to go with your meal, and a popular wine on tap.

101 Portland St, Toronto, ON M5V 2N3, Canada, Phone: 416-504-9669

3. Flock

With five spots all over Toronto, Flock Rotisserie + Greens is a neighborhood favorite for classic delicious rotisserie chicken served with nutrient-packed fresh salads, four of which are vegan. That way kids can get their favorite crispy chicken and still have all the vitamins. Flock shows that it is possible to get a quick meal of everyone’s favorites while eating healthy. They offer lunch and dinner, and their chickens are raised naturally, without hormones or antibiotics. Their location on Harbord Street is delightful, with long red banquettes and a wonderful sidewalk patio. There is a full bar, so grab a beer with your pulled chicken sandwich or a glass of wine with your soup and salad.

97 Harbord St, Toronto, ON M5S 1G6, Canada, Phone: 647-748-7199

4. Byblos

Byblos is one of Toronto’s newest and hippest eateries that serves incredible Eastern Mediterranean and North African cuisine with strong influences from both traditional and local ingredients. Treat yourself to amazing dishes such as the Turkish Manti Dumplings, Whole Boneless Branzino, or Oxtail Basmati Rice.

An exquisite, large group, prix fixe menu is also available, boasting tempting dishes like Duck Kibbeh. Restaurateurs, Hanif Harji and Charles Khabouth, opened the eatery in 2014, while Executive Chef Stuart Cameron commands the kitchen. Byblos is nestled between the Queen Street West neighborhood and the Entertainment District.

11 Duncan Street, Toronto, Canada, Phone: 647-660-0909

5. DaiLo

DaiLo restaurant serves Asian fusion foods with distinct Chinese influences. The menu features tasty dishes like Satay Grilled Quail and Crispy Octopus Fresh Roll. Upstairs, you’ll find the LoPan dim sum snack and cocktail bar, where you can enjoy plates like the Hakka Brown Wontons or Korean BBQ Ribs.

DaiLo is a Cantonese term of endearment, meaning big brother or big boss. Renowned Chef Nick Liu opened the place in 2014 bringing his passion for Asian foods to his enthusiastic and eager patrons. DaiLo is situated between Toronto’s Dufferin Grove neighborhood and the Discovery District.

503 College Street, Toronto, Canada, Phone: 647-341-8882

6. Cafe Polonez

Cafe Polonez is an acclaimed restaurant offering an authentic Polish home-cooked culinary experience and other Eastern European fare in a bright, casual atmosphere. Savor the traditional flavors of Poland in incredible dishes such as the Beet Root Soup with Dumplings, Cabbage Rolls, Polonez Schnitzel, or Polish-Style Sandwiches.

Accompany your meal with something from their wide selection of Polish beers and spirits. Café Polonez is a family-run establishment that has been a local favorite since it opened in 1981. Visit this charming eatery in the heart of Toronto’s Polish community in the Roncesvalles neighborhood.

195 Roncesvalles Avenue, Toronto, Canada, Phone: 416-532-8432