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Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Chinatown / Kensington Market

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1. Grey Gardens
4.8
Exceptional(1223)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Chinatown / Kensington Market
Booked 15 times today
Hello, we are looking forward to you joining us at Grey Gardens! Bar Seating option is at our chef's counter, surrounding the kitchen, and at our wine bar.
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2. The Cottage Cheese
4.8
Exceptional(47)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Harbourfront
Booked 10 times today
Our intimate restaurant is dedicated to creating meaningful connections through Indian food culture, represented by its rich flavours and decadent ingredients. Our passion for sourcing local ingredients and combining them with techniques and traditional flavours into irresistible food items is our mission and greatest joy.We invite you to be a part of our wholesome curation and enjoy your meal!
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3. DaNico
4.8
Exceptional(275)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Little Italy / College St.
Booked 16 times today
Toronto's highly anticipated dining destination, open in the historic landmark bank building at the heart of the vibrant Palmerston-Little Italy neighborhood.A collaboration between renowned hospitality entrepreneur Nick Di Donato of Liberty Entertainment Group and celebrated Executive Chef and partner Daniele Corona, DaNico redefines the Italian dining experience. Here, contemporary Italian culinary traditions meet exceptional service, unparalleled hospitality, and a bespoke design that sets the stage for a truly unforgettable experience.Michelin-starred Chef Daniele Corona, known for his innovative approach to modern Italian cuisine, blends authentic Italian flavors with subtle Asian influences and techniques, all while showcasing the finest local and sustainable ingredients from across the country. The result is a menu that is as sophisticated as it is memorable, offering guests an extraordinary journey through the best of both Italian and global culinary traditions.
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4. Enigma Yorkville
4.8
Exceptional(537)
Price: Very Expensive
• International • Yorkville
Booked 8 times today
Enigma Yorkville is a modern international restaurant nestled on the picturesque St. Thomas Street in Toronto’s historic Yorkville. Under the leadership of Chef Quinton Bennett, whose international resume and well-traveled kitchen team bring a wealth of global influences—from the Nordics to Nihon—Enigma crafts dishes that are delicate, poised, and intricately detailed. Enigma offers a dynamic, seasonal blind tasting menu that seamlessly blends the finest local and international ingredients, delivering a dining experience that is both refined and globally inspired.
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5. Yasu Toronto
4.8
Exceptional(604)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Harbord Village
Booked 14 times today
​We take reservations up to​ 14 days in advance (at 12am midnight)Yasu is Canada's first Omakase sushi bar. We celebrates the ocean’s best catches and the craft of sushi in its award-winning Toronto eatery; dishes created by Executive Chef and Owner Yasu Ouchi from Osaka, Japan. There is only one menu at Yasu; Omakase style (chef's choice set course) at $185 per person, a Japanese tradition wherein Chef Yasu creates a new menu daily based on the freshest and seasonal seafood available from around the world. The Omakase course consists of approximately 20 items including a kaiseki plate, soup,​selection of seasonal nigiri and dessert. . ​​​An 18% service fee will be added to each bill. Any further tipping or gratuity is not expected. We look forward to hosting you!​
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6. Canoe Restaurant and Bar
4.5
Awesome(6281)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Canadian • Financial District
Booked 46 times today
Critically acclaimed to be among Canada’s best restaurants, Canoe's unique location high atop the TD Bank Tower affords a breathtaking view of the city and Lake Ontario. The design, originally conceptualized by noted designers Yabu Pushelberg and most recently refreshed by Solid Design Creative, is clean and simple, yet absolutely stylish - a brilliant reflection of Canada's rich raw environment. That same brilliance is captured through the flavours and textures of Chef Ron McKinlay’s inspired regional Canadian cuisine.
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7. Blue Bovine Steak + Sushi House
4.4
Awesome(315)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Entertainment District
Booked 52 times today
Liberty Entertainment Group's 2024 project in the iconic Union Station. Blue Bovine combines the traditional steakhouse with the traditional Japanese sushi house to fashion a distinctly modern dining experience. Combining custom elements, such as exclusively designed Canadian maple wood furniture, manufactured in Toronto with bespoke artwork, handcrafted lighting details, and a warm colour palette of deep reds, seawater blues and layers of white to reflect Toronto's four seasons. Honouring the integrity of local and natural elements, the restaurant's ethos is expressed both through the commitment to local menu ingredients on the plate and local and natural material honesty in the design.
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8. Byblos Downtown
4.7
Exceptional(4016)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Financial District
Booked 72 times today
Byblos represents a marriage of Eastern Mediterranean cuisine with strong influences from both traditional and local ingredients, using time-honored classic cooking techniques and modern methods. Our chef has created dishes that showcase the regionally-specific spices and flavours of the Eastern Mediterranean seaboard to craft a menu that will be a true coastal and cultural mosaic, served family style in a convivial atmosphere.
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9. Volos Greek Cuisine
4.6
Exceptional(2423)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • Financial District
Booked 26 times today
Fresh, healthy flavours and emphasis on beautiful presentation please both the appetite and eyes at Volos. Modern twists on traditional Greek dishes and Greek twists on local Canadian ingredients create a contemporary culinary experience rooted in authenticity. The restaurant sources the highest quality local produce, superior quality cuts of meat and the best fish, delivered daily. Like the menu, the interior plays with different Greek elements and motifs. Natural wood and stone combined with artful and ambient lighting lend a seductive and comfortable atmosphere.We invite you to enjoy the Volos experience.
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10. Richmond Station
4.7
Exceptional(903)
Price: Expensive
• Canadian • Financial District
Booked 19 times today
Richmond Station is a stopping place—a bustling neighbourhood restaurant in Toronto's downtown core. We are committed to delicious food and excellent hospitality. Founded by Top Chef Canada winner Carl Heinrich, Richmond Station is an ingredient-focused and technique-driven neighbourhood restaurant steps from the Eaton Centre and Yonge-Dundas Square. Our open kitchen invites guests to witness the craftsmanship that goes into every plate, from our signature Station Burger to our rotating chef's tasting menu. Whether you're joining us for a casual lunch, an intimate dinner, or a celebratory gathering, Richmond Station offers a warm atmosphere that makes all feel welcome. We believe that exceptional service is an integral part of our dining experience, which is why we operate with a "hospitality included" model. This means that gratuities are not accepted, as the service cost is already reflected in our pricing. For parties of 8 or more, please email reservations@richmondstation.ca.

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  • Christian
    San Antonio •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    This was a wonderful experience. My wife and I went for our honeymoon, and the team at Enigma made a great effort to make it special. The food was amazing, the pairings were great, and the staff was probably the best part. The service was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. The food was a wonderful expression of a combination of techniques and flavors that made this an all around fantastic meal. We have been to many Michelin starred restaurants, and they don’t always deliver. However I am dumbfounded that Enigma Yorkville only has one star. An absolute must visit, and for us an absolute must revisit.
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    Enigma YorkvillePrice: Very Expensive• International• Yorkville
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    4.8
  • Simran
    Toronto / Ontario •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Amazing food. This was my second time being there. Food and service did not disappoint me at all. Warm and cosy restaurant to visit with your friends. Loved their beetroot galettes and overall menu!
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    The Cottage CheesePrice: Moderate• Indian• Harbourfront
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    4.8
  • JenVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Wonderful sushi and sake pairing. Lovely service and experience.
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    Yasu TorontoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Harbord Village
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    4.8
  • Mark
    New York City •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Love it here my favorite restaurant in Toronto. Working a very NYC vibe in Kensington market with phenomenal staff, delicious food in a fun comfortable arty room. Sat at the kitchen bar: a front row seat to watching the chefs do their magic. Last night was a special tasting menu, highlights for me were the Crueler with Crab, the green chili, pancetta and collard paparadelle and the delicious sour dough. A perfect evening with a shout out to Rob the sommelier and my waiter who made the night with his attentive, friendly and knowledgeable service.
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    Grey GardensPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Chinatown / Kensington Market
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    4.8
  • OpenTable DinerVIP
    Toronto / Ontario •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Wow.. This restaurant left me and my partner absolutely at a loss for words. Before I begin HUGE shout out to the most amazing server I've ever met, Graham. He really curated our experience and brought a personal yet professional level of excitement to our dining experience. Every dish was crafted with immense care and quality. The story behind the dishes and the flavour profile was nothing short of a immaculate dining experiences. Huge thank you to Chef Daniele for exceptional food and a wonderful conversation. We will absolutely be back again soon to go through this culinary journey again. - Eric & Stefania
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    DaNicoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Little Italy / College St.
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    4.8

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