Best Fun Restaurants in The Junction

445 restaurants available nearby

1. Lucia - Toronto

4.6

Exceptional(632)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • The Junction

Booked 7 times today

Lucia celebrates hand-made pasta dishes and simple Italian cooking. Inspired by neighbourly hospitality, our goal is to create a casual, unpretentious dining experience.

2. Giulietta

4.9

Exceptional(2137)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Little Portugal / Dundas West

Booked 50 times today

Chef Rob Rossi & David Minicucci, have collaborated to bring a genuine neighbourhood restaurant to Dufferin Grove.Designed by acclaimed architect Guido Costantino, a beguiling interior sets the stage for a convivial dining experience that honours traditional Italian fare while showcasing stand-out ingredients. Original brick and beam frame this warm, welcoming space where no detail is left unconsidered. Copper, Italian wool and red oxidized steel accents interplay with blonde wood and terrazzo, creating a rich, textured environment.We look forward to welcoming you soon.**Reservations are available within 14 days** Bar / Main BarStandard / Dining RoomCounter / Chef's Bar4169640606 | @giulietta972'22, '23, '24 Michelin Guide | Toronto'19 Canada's 100 Best | Best New Restaurant #1'19 Canada's 100 Best | Best Overall #9'19 Toronto Life | Best New Restaurant #3'18 EnRoute | Best New Restaurant #5

3. General Public

4.8

Exceptional(93)

Price: Expensive

• Canadian • The Junction

Booked 51 times today

General Public is inspired by trying to imagine what an upscale English pub would be if it had the heart of an American brasserie (and was open 11 to 11). It’s also going to signal a little bit of steakhouse, but not too much. And finally, it will look behind itself at the Black Hoof, which you will see reflected in James Santon’s menu here and there. In terms of vibe, the main floor is ‘everything’s gone green’, with lush comfortable banquette seating, warm wood, and barstools designed for long conversations over many cocktails. Upstairs you’ll find a completely different space that transports you to a peachy 80s dream. Somehow these two halves make perfect sense, and complement each other in a seamless conversation, where neither wins the argument, but you really do have to see it! See you soon!

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4. Estiatorio Milos - Toronto

4.6

Exceptional(111)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Financial District

Booked 105 times today

Reservations are now open and available beginning September 26th.With a commitment to the freshest, most flavourful fish, flown in daily from the Greek islands and featured in its open fish market, Milos offers a dining experience based on the simplicity and sincerity of the Mediterranean diet. The restaurant's airy, elegant setting is reminiscent of the Greek islands. Founder and chef Costas Spiliadis continues the standard of excellence and hospitality he began in Montreal, where he opened the original Milos.

5. Quetzal

4.9

Exceptional(941)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mexican • Little Italy / College St.

Booked 15 times today

At Quetzal, we celebrate regional Mexican cuisine, inspired by traditional flavours and cooking styles, all cooked over a 28 foot-long open fire that runs the span of the hot line. Traditional moles, sauces and little-known native ingredients are transported to Toronto and infused with the bounty of local Ontario and Canadian produce, for a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Quetzal is located at the corner of College & Bathurst, at the edges of four Toronto hotspot neighbourhoods: Little Italy, Kensington Market, Harbord Village, and the Annex.

6. Miracle Toronto

4.5

Awesome(24)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Ossington

Booked 7 times today

OPEN NOVEMBER 15-DECEMBER 29 2024Large Party Bookings please email info@miracletoronto.comFRIDAY AND SATURDAY RESERVATIONS SOLD OUTMiracle operates as a walk-in pop up bar and *also* takes reservations in advance $22/pp non refundable (reservation Includes cover, light up beanie, glass of sparking wine & popcorn). Walk Ins ALWAYS available. $5 Door Cover for all entries. No Exceptions.Miracle is a Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar that serves holiday cocktails in a festive setting. With kitschy holiday décor, cocktails by the team at Civil Liberties, and the energy of the best party you’ve ever been to.$1 of every drink sold is proudly donated to Nellie's Shelter, an organization providing shelter, education and more for those in the GTA. For more information about their work, visit www.nellies.org.Miracle will be popping-up at 875 Bloor St West, home of Third Place Toronto.

7. Alo Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(429)

Price: Very Expensive

• International • Entertainment District

Booked 23 times today

Alo is a contemporary French restaurant located atop a heritage building in downtown Toronto. Our cuisine is internationally inspired and celebrates the finest in seasonal ingredients paired with a genuine sense of welcome. Alo was awarded one Michelin Star in 2022, 2023 and 2024. For large party bookings and/or private events please contact us at info@alorestaurant.com

8. Mamakas Taverna

4.7

Exceptional(1302)

Price: Very Expensive

• Greek • Queen West

Booked 54 times today

Mamakas Taverna is an elegant 85-seat Greek taverna on Ossington Ave. Owner Thanos Tripi brings a fresh, authentic approach to Aegean food, offering classical Greek dishes against a contemporary canvas. Each plate is thoughtfully crafted to evoke the way Thanos’ grandmother cooked, inviting guests to explore the Greece he grew up with through food, art and music.Meant to mimic an open market, the room is built of white concrete blocks creating an effect similar to the stucco seen throughout Greece. Mamakas is a nod to heritage, history and family memories – the daily trip to the market for ripe and fragrant tomatoes. Visiting a trusted butcher for fresh paithakia, and the local fish monger for the daily catch.Recipes passed down through generations. Honest Greek fare with a modern twist. Designed to share. Everything just as Thanos’ family has done through the ages.

9. Bar Isabel

4.7

Exceptional(1955)

Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Little Italy / College St.

Booked 73 times today

Enjoy an intimate dining experience at Bar Isabel - a cozy restaurant nestled between Toronto's little Italy and little Portugal, where creative Spanish-inspired small plate dishes are served alongside cocktails and an extensive Iberian focused wine list. The restaurant's elegant interior boasts an intriguing blend of soft lighting, curved walls and a beautiful mosaic tile floor. Managed under the guidance of Maitre d' and Partner Alessandro Pietropaolo, Bar Isabel's menu includes a diverse mix of pintxos, conservas, seafood and meat dishes. Diners rave about the grilled octopus, the bone marrow and the ceviche. For dessert, the Basque cake and sherry cream is a must-try. Bar Isabel is open 5-11pm Sunday through Friday, and 12-11pm Saturday. Accolades include listings in the Michelin Guide, Canada's top 100, and 2013 awarded the best new restaurant in Canada by Enroute Magazine. Bar Isabel accepts reservations for parties of up to 8 guests.

10. Aera

4.3

Awesome(893)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • King West

Booked 75 times today

A stylish steakhouse, sushi counter and cocktail bar with panoramic views of downtown Toronto, Aera celebrates the art of contemporary American cuisine. Presenting a range of superior steaks and chops, a seasonal raw bar, and creative reimaginings of beloved comfort dishes, Aera promises peak indulgence 38 floors above the city. Please note that all reservations from 2:30–5pm from Monday to Friday, after 10pm from Monday to Wednesday, and after 11pm from Thursday to Saturday will be offered our bar bites menu. For our full à la carte lunch and dinner menus, please make a reservation during our regular dining hours.For bottle-service, please contact us via aerarestaurant.com

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Dina
Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Top-notch service: Ali was extremely knowleable and able to help us decide on our menu choices. All the other staff was attentive as well. The food was outstanding along with the restaurant being beautifully decorated with a relaxing atmosphere. Highly Recommended!
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Estiatorio Milos - TorontoPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Financial District
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4.6
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Angelica
London •1 review
5.0
Dined today
The food and drinks were outstanding! And the servers were extremely nice. I celebrated my birthday there and they made me feel super special… will repeat soon
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GiuliettaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Little Portugal / Dundas West
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4.9
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Dawn
Toronto / Ontario •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Outstanding, as usual. The flat iron tartare was the winner dish of the evening, a 'special' that deserves a permanent spot on the menu. Service was impeccable; the servers' attention to detail was exactly what you would expect from a M rated restaurant. My third time at Quetzal. So far, its been better each time I go.
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QuetzalPrice: Very Expensive• Mexican• Little Italy / College St.
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4.9
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jennifervip
Toronto / Ontario •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Jen Agg has done it again - this restaurant might be her best yet. Absolutely a delight to dine there. The decor is warm and in her signature style and the food — THE FOOD!! Amazingly delicious and unique in their own “English gastro pub” homage. We all ordered different things and everyone was pleased with their dishes. The cocktails - on point. Can’t wait to come back!
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General PublicPrice: Expensive• Canadian• The Junction
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4.8
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Katelyn
Toronto / Ontario •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 Nov 2024
Such a lovely experience, we went with our two young kids (3 & 1.5). They were so accommodating with the menu and the service was amazing!
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Lucia - TorontoPrice: Moderate• Italian• The Junction
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4.6

Best Fun Restaurants in The Junction

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445 restaurants available nearby

1. Lucia - Toronto

2. Giulietta

3. General Public

4. Estiatorio Milos - Toronto

5. Quetzal

6. Miracle Toronto

7. Alo Restaurant

8. Mamakas Taverna

9. Bar Isabel

10. Aera

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