Best Restaurants with Private Rooms in Leslieville / Riverdale

I can with my husband and instead of ordering g off the menu we decided to do a tasting menu, chef select from choices off the menu. We started with the crisp (salmon, white finish and tune), a bit of caviar with house hash browns, and the shrimp cocktail. The dishes were amazing! I’m house cocktail sauce had such a great zing to the horseradish. The second course was lobster pasta and the pork belly - the fat just melted in your mouth and surprisingly hoisin matched well with the creamy lobster pasta. We finished with prime rib, palace potatoes (28 layers with duck fat I’m between), and the savoy. We were so full we only ate half of this to save some room for dessert. The cake was Salted dark chocolate cake… a great combo of salty, sweet and darkness from the chocolate. Jane the wine director was amazing and we got a bottle of the 2019 domaine Huer pétillant to go with the meal… it was such a great pairing for the entire dinner! We would definitely go back. Food was o tasty I forgot to take pictures. Our waiter was super friendly!

When I made a reservation at Lena, I mentioned in the booking that my father had been diagnosed with terminal cancer and that he was determined to start living life to the fullest. The first thing he wanted to do was revisit Lena, a restaurant he cherished from years ago. While I didn't have any specific requests, I mentioned that great service would mean a lot to us. From the moment we arrived, the team at Lena went above and beyond to make our experience special. They seated us in the best booth in the restaurant. The staff's warmth and attentiveness were immediately apparent, making us feel welcomed. One of the highlights was when they allowed my father to order a meal intended for two, Aurora’s chicken, just for himself, while I chose the noqui. This thoughtful gesture made him feel special and allowed him to enjoy his favorite meal. Our server was incredibly attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed throughout our visit. In a particularly touching moment, she even remade his coffee because he was in the restroom when it had cooled down. I was so moved by the kindness of the staff that I found myself tearing up as I thanked her for making our time so special. I felt a bit embarrassed for crying, but she was so compassionate. As for the food, it was nothing short of amazing. Each dish was beautifully presented and delicious. To top it all off, the chef came out to say hello, which was such a lovely gesture. Overall, our experience at Lena was wonderful and memorable. The combination of exceptional service, delicious food, and a warm atmosphere made it a perfect outing for my father. I am incredibly grateful to the staff for making this meal special during such a challenging time. I highly recommend Lena to anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience. Thank you, Lena, for creating a beautiful memory for us.

Absolutely incredible restaurant. The ambiance feels like you stumbled onto something off the beaten path. It feels like fine dining but the pricing is very reasonable - so this is somewhere you could go to celebrate a special occasion or just meet up for a nice weekday dinner with friends. The food is also incredible, we tried the duck gnocchi and the Bronzino which was absolutely delicious. The restaurant has classic meals with a slight twist making each dish feel unique and special but also still approachable. The service was very friendly and efficient. Our waitress balanced that line of interrupting conversation to serve us while also giving us plenty of space. It was a wonderful experience. They also provide complimentary coat check so your coat isn’t handing on the back of your chair. This and other similar small details made for a fantastic dining experience. Highly recommend, I will certainly be going back.

The best afternoon tea experience in the city. Brilliant service from start to finish….excellent selection of teas….delicious assortment of sweet and savoury sandwiches and treats.

Super fun, cool vibe, great fried chicken. We have a wonderful time.