Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Parkdale

46 restaurants available nearby

1. DaNico

4.8

Exceptional(253)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Little Italy / College St.

Booked 19 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.

2. Enigma Yorkville

4.8

Exceptional(521)

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.

3. REIGN

4.7

Exceptional(1413)

Price: Moderate

• Unspecified • Financial District

Booked 96 times today

Influenced by Canada's rich bounty and curated by Toronto's grand downtown manor house, REIGN serves sophisticated cuisine, prestigious wine, and inspiring moments at the heart of a city landmark.

4. Yasu Toronto

4.8

Exceptional(597)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Harbord Village

Booked 20 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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5. Canoe Restaurant and Bar

4.5

Awesome(6238)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Financial District

Booked 56 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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6. Azhar Kitchen + Bar

4.7

Exceptional(254)

Price: Expensive

• Middle Eastern • Ossington

Booked 34 times today

Azhar Kitchen + Bar is a neighbourhood gathering place for soulful Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East inspired food and drink — hand-made and fire-cooked. Interesting and ever-changing wine list, seasonal cocktails, a warm ambiance and local ingredients are just a few things that accentuate the experience.Important Dining InformationWe have a 15 minute grace period. Please message us or give us a call if you are running late. Your table will be reserved for 1h45m hours for parties of up to 2, 2 hours for parties of 3-6, and 2.5 hours for parties of 7 and above starting from the time of the booked reservation. Important Waitlist InformationAfter being notified your table is ready, you will have 5 minutes to confirm via SMS. Once a confirmation has been received on our end, the table will be held for an additional 10 minutes.

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7. Blue Bovine Steak + Sushi House

4.5

Awesome(275)

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.

8. Takja BBQ

4.9

Exceptional(79)

Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Little Portugal / Dundas West

Booked 14 times today

At Takja, we take pride in offering a warm and inviting space where guests can gather with family and friends to experience Korean BBQ. Chefs Jeff Kang & Edward Bang bring their culinary imagination to the table, crafting a menu that celebrates the diverse flavors of Korea. Guests will enjoy fresh seafood and in-house dry-aged meats with a heavy focus on fermentation, along with a carefully curated selection of wines and signature cocktails, which elevate traditional Korean spirits. Located in the West End, Takja offers a cozy and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for experiencing a special memory of a Korean BBQ or just having a good time. *Please contact us with any allergies or dietary restrictions prior to booking.*All of our seating are booth seating. Anything over 6 guests will be a large group reservation and please email hello@takja.ca

9. Byblos Downtown

4.7

Exceptional(3996)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Financial District

Booked 77 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.

10. El Catrin

4.6

Exceptional(5583)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Distillery District

Booked 110 times today

Situated in the vibrant Distillery Historic District, El Catrin Destileria combines an exciting, tapas-style menu with Canada’s largest collection of mezcal and tequila. Celebrated as one of Toronto’s top dining spots, we offer a fun and lively atmosphere where traditional and modern Mexican cuisine come together for a truly transportive experience. Whether you're celebrating a birthday or enjoying a delightful brunch with friends, our local ingredients and vibrant flavours promise a transportive dining experience. Join us for delicious food, expertly crafted cocktails, and unforgettable moments!

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Kaceyvip
Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Celebrated my birthday at Canoe and had the best time. Our server- though we didn’t get his name- was absolutely a gem.
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Canoe Restaurant and BarPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Canadian• Financial District
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4.5
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Wan Yin
Toronto / Ontario •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
First time Italian cuisine. Wine tasting is a bonus. I learned a lot tonight. First tasting menu I tried ever with different groups of wine pairing on each dish by a certified wine specialist explaining how the pairing works and how they interwined. Thank you.
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DaNicoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Little Italy / College St.
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4.8
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Codyvip
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
I cannot say enough good things about this evening’s dinner. We absolutely loved chef Bennett. The hospitality was unmatched and the food was even better. 5 out of 5 stars. We will 100% be back!
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Enigma YorkvillePrice: Very Expensive• International• Yorkville
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4.8
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Aparna
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 21 Nov 2024
Yasu has become our annual tradition - every bite is delightful every time. Love the simplicity and the warmth with which you receive a complex meal. Definitely do the sake pairing - the choices are delicious!
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Yasu TorontoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Harbord Village
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4.8
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Anna
Toronto / Ontario •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Nov 2024
It’s always a fabulous experience. We started out at the Bar having a cocktail - Arie is a doll. He really gets to know you. Dinner was outstanding. Mohammed was more than professional and accommodating. We don’t dine there often enough. Highly recommend.
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REIGNPrice: Moderate• undefined• Financial District
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4.7

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46 restaurants available nearby

1. DaNico

2. Enigma Yorkville

3. REIGN

4. Yasu Toronto

5. Canoe Restaurant and Bar

6. Azhar Kitchen + Bar

7. Blue Bovine Steak + Sushi House

8. Takja BBQ

9. Byblos Downtown

10. El Catrin

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