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Best What's Hot in Toronto

Find the best what's hot restaurants in Toronto, ON. Scored on what actually matters.

By DineSpin Team·Updated February 2026·10 spots

Toronto's restaurant scene right now is split between places that have figured out consistency and places still chasing it. The ten spots below are the ones people actually go back to—not because they're trendy, but because something meaningful happens when you sit down. Some are worth the wait. Some are worth the price. Most are worth both, but you should know where the gaps are.

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Best What's Hot in Toronto

1.

Bar Eugenie

95/100

Bar Eugenie is a well-regarded Toronto restaurant celebrated for its excellent food, warm and attentive service, and beautiful, intimate atmosphere. It offers a refined yet relaxed dining experience that consistently exceeds expectations.

Pro tip: The best dining experience I’ve had in months. Great service and perfection.

🍽️Food98

The food is well-regarded for its outstanding flavor, creativity, and quality ingredients, with many dishes highlighted as standouts.

All of the flavours are PERFECTION

👋Service95

Service is frequently described as first-rate, attentive, warm, and genuinely welcoming, with staff often noted for their passion.

Great service from both the server

Vibe95

The atmosphere is consistently lauded as beautiful, cozy, intimate, and effortlessly cool, creating a welcoming and elegant ambiance.

Effortlessly cool from the moment you walk in

💰Value75

While generally well-received, a few diners noted that portion sizes were small relative to the price.

Expect higher prices and portions that don’t quite match them

📍 89 Harbord St, Toronto, ON M5S 1G4, Canada
4.8$$$TorontoMixed/Fusion
Ideal for
Date nights — intimate and romantic ambianceSpecial occasions — well-regarded for celebrationsFood enthusiasts — creative and high-quality dishes
2.

Marilynne

92/100

Marilynne is a highly-regarded restaurant celebrated for its excellent food, charming atmosphere, and friendly service. It's considered a local treasure, offering high-quality, locally sourced dishes in a unique, cozy setting.

Pro tip: Outstanding! From the warm and inviting host + service, to the charm of the dining floor, to the elegant meal and most importantly the delicious bites.

🍽️Food95

The food is well-regarded for its high quality, fresh ingredients, and delicious, well-executed dishes, with many items highlighted as outstanding.

Food is incredible

👋Service88

Service is generally described as friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, though a few instances of slow or inattentive service have been noted.

Great service, fast service

Vibe95

The atmosphere is consistently lauded for its charming, cozy, and unique decor, often described as a "favorite" or "local treasure."

Charming decor

💰Value85

Diners find the pricing to be fair and reasonable for the high quality of food and overall dining experience.

Fairly priced

📍 19 Toronto St N, Markdale, ON N0C 1H0, Canada
4.7$$MarkdaleAmerican
Ideal for
Special occasions — first-rate food and ambianceCasual dining — high-quality comfort foodWeekend brunch — popular and well-regarded
3.

The J Arthur

92/100

The J Arthur is a highly-regarded neighborhood pub in Toronto, celebrated for its excellent food, particularly its wings and burgers, and its friendly, welcoming atmosphere. It offers a fun vibe with games and a great patio, making it a popular local spot.

Pro tip: Great food, awesome staff, and fun vibes make this a favorite.

🍽️Food95

The food is well-regarded, with particular recognition for the wings, burgers, and sweet potato fries. Many diners highlight the quality and attention to detail, noting that pub fare is elevated.

The food was delightful.

👋Service95

Service is frequently described as friendly, kind, amazing, and attentive, with staff often singled out for their positive interactions and humor.

The service was amazing.

Vibe95

The atmosphere is consistently lauded as fun, cozy, welcoming, and having a great vibe, often enhanced by decor, music, and games.

Funky fun feel, laid back

💰Value85

Prices are generally considered reasonable, especially for the quality and portion sizes of items like wings and burgers.

Size and cost of wings are Outstanding.

📍 1044 Gerrard St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1Z8, Canada
4.8$$TorontoGastropub
Ideal for
Casual drinks with friendsWing enthusiastsNeighborhood pub experience
4.

Laylak Lebanese Cuisine Toronto

92/100

Laylak Lebanese Cuisine offers an excellent dining experience with a beautiful atmosphere and outstanding service, making it a highly recommended destination for authentic Lebanese food. Despite an isolated undercooked meat, the restaurant consistently garners recognition for its quality and hospitality.

Pro tip: Outstanding food, beautiful atmosphere, and outstanding service make Laylak worth trying.

🍽️Food95

The food is well-regarded for its first-rate quality, authentic flavors, and beautiful presentation, with many dishes highlighted as standouts.

Food was spectacular

👋Service96

Service is frequently described as outstanding, attentive, friendly, and professional, with numerous staff members well-regarded for enhancing the dining experience.

Service was even better

Vibe95

The atmosphere is consistently lauded as beautiful, elegant, warm, inviting, and classy, creating a pleasant and sophisticated dining environment.

Atmosphere was beautiful

💰Value80

While generally considered worth the price, one diner noted the bill was surprisingly high for appetizers and drinks, and another mentioned a small charge for pita bread without prior notice.

Bill still came out surprisingly high

📍 25 Toronto St, Toronto, ON M5C 2R1, Canada
4.7$$$TorontoMiddle Eastern
Ideal for
Special occasions and celebrationsDiners seeking authentic Lebanese cuisineThose who appreciate elegant ambiance
5.

Morellina's

92/100

Morellina's is a highly-regarded Italian restaurant in Toronto celebrated for its excellent, authentic cuisine, warm and intimate atmosphere, and outstanding personal service, particularly from owner Alessandra/Sandra. While generally offering great value and consistency, some recent reception points to potential issues with wait times and reservation management.

Pro tip: Outstanding food, outstanding service, and a cozy, intimate atmosphere make this worth trying.

🍽️Food98

The food is consistently described as first-rate, authentic Italian, and prepared with passion and high-quality ingredients. Dishes are well-regarded for their flavor, presentation, and unique twists on traditional recipes.

Every dish is full of flavor

👋Service90

Service is overwhelmingly described as warm, attentive, friendly, and personal, often highlighting the owner, Alessandra/Sandra, for her top-notch hospitality and passion.

Alessandra's service was top-notch

Vibe95

The atmosphere is well-regarded as cozy, intimate, warm, welcoming, and elegant, creating a special dining experience.

Perfect mix of elegance and coziness

💰Value75

While generally considered worth the price due to high quality and experience, some diners note that the restaurant is not cheap and portions can be small.

It's not cheap but it's definitely worth

📍 146 Christie St, Toronto, ON M6G 3B2, Canada
4.8$$$TorontoItalian
Ideal for
Intimate special occasionsDiners seeking authentic Italian cuisineThose who appreciate personalized service
6.

EPOS Cafe & Restaurant

92/100

EPOS Cafe & Restaurant is a highly-regarded Parisian-style cafe in Toronto's Yorkville neighborhood, celebrated for its excellent service, delicious food, and elegant, cozy atmosphere. It's a popular spot for brunch and coffee, offering a consistently delightful experience.

Pro tip: The BEST service from any restaurant I ever visiting in the WORLD.

🍽️Food90

The food is well-regarded for being delicious, fresh, and beautifully presented, with particular highlights including French toast, Benedicts, and pastries.

Absolutely delicious

👋Service95

Service is a standout strength, frequently described as outstanding, friendly, attentive, and going above and beyond to ensure a comfortable and welcoming experience.

BEST service from any restaurant

Vibe95

The atmosphere is a major draw, consistently lauded as elegant, cozy, warm, chic, and offering an authentic Parisian cafe experience.

Authentic Parisian cafe vibes

💰Value75

While generally well-received, noted that prices were high for the offerings compared to other cafes, though this was an isolated comment.

Not worth the money

📍 90 Yorkville Ave, Toronto, ON M5R 1B9, Canada
4.9$$TorontoFrench
Ideal for
Brunch and coffee datesCasual meetupsThose seeking a chic atmosphere
7.

Kadak

92/100

Kadak is a highly-regarded Indian restaurant in Toronto, celebrated for its excellent food quality, creative menu, and outstanding service. The vibrant atmosphere and attentive staff contribute to a memorable dining experience, making it a top choice for authentic yet modern Indian cuisine.

Pro tip: Amazing food and service, with a vibrant atmosphere and creative Indian cuisine.

🍽️Food95

The food is well-regarded for its authentic Indian flavors, creative twists, and high-quality, fresh ingredients. Dishes are often described as delicious, vibrant, and expertly prepared.

Flavours, textures, presentation all 5/5

👋Service96

Service is frequently highlighted as outstanding, with staff described as attentive, friendly, professional, and genuinely caring, often going above and beyond to ensure a memorable experience.

Akshay provided amazing service and was very attentive.

Vibe95

The restaurant's atmosphere is consistently lauded as amazing, beautiful, vibrant, and cozy, creating a warm and inviting dining experience.

The atmosphere is amazing, the decor is very nice

💰Value75

While most diners find the food and experience worth the price, a few diners mention that certain dishes or combos are a bit expensive for the portion size.

It was overpriced at $22 plus tax

📍 2088 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4S 2A3, Canada
4.6$$$TorontoIndian
Ideal for
Date nights — romantic and cozy ambianceSpecial occasions — attentive service and memorable foodFood enthusiasts — creative and authentic Indian cuisine
8.

Molkagtez Mexican Cuisine

92/100

Molkagtez Mexican Cuisine is highly regarded for its remarkably authentic and flavorful food, vibrant atmosphere, and friendly service. It's a popular spot for celebrations, offering a lively and immersive Mexican dining experience.

Pro tip: Amazing experience! One of the best restaurants I’ve been to by far.

🍽️Food95

The food is well-regarded for its authenticity, freshness, and bold flavors, with many dishes receiving excellent marks.

The food was outstanding

👋Service90

Service is frequently described as friendly, attentive, and outstanding, with many staff members well-regarded.

Service was outstanding

Vibe95

The atmosphere is a major highlight, consistently described as lively, festive, authentic, and vibrant, often enhanced by music and decor.

The atmosphere was amazing

💰Value80

Most diners find the value to be good, with reasonable prices for the quality and portion sizes, though some noted higher prices for drinks.

Reasonable price for the quality

📍 1263 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6K 1L5, Canada
4.8$$TorontoMexican
Ideal for
Celebrations and special occasionsDiners seeking authentic Mexican flavorsGroups looking for a lively atmosphere
9.

Terrazza

92/100

Terrazza is a highly-regarded Italian restaurant in Toronto known for its excellent, authentic cuisine, warm and cozy atmosphere, and friendly, family-like service. It offers great value and is a consistent favorite for both casual dining and special occasions.

Pro tip: The food is outstanding, the pasta is absolutely outstanding, and the desserts are delicious.

🍽️Food95

The food is well-regarded for its authentic Italian flavors, fresh ingredients, and well-executed classic dishes, with pasta and pizza frequently highlighted as standouts.

The food is absolutely outstanding

👋Service88

Service is generally described as friendly, kind, attentive, and professional, with many diners feeling welcomed like family, though a few instances of poor or slow service have been noted.

Staff are fantastic

Vibe95

The atmosphere is consistently lauded as cozy, warm, charming, and intimate, often described as feeling like a home or family gathering.

Felt like I was invited to someone's house

💰Value88

The restaurant is considered to offer first-rate value, with generous portions and affordable pricing, particularly noted for its lunch deals.

Incredible value for such

📍 372 Harbord St, Toronto, ON M6G 1H9, Canada
4.6$$TorontoItalian
Ideal for
Casual Italian diningDate nightsFamily gatherings
10.

The Rosebud

92/100

The Rosebud is a highly-regarded Toronto restaurant celebrated for its excellent, innovative cuisine and outstanding, warm service within a cozy and intimate atmosphere. It's a popular choice for special occasions and date nights, consistently delivering memorable dining experiences.

Pro tip: The food was outstanding and the service was first-rate. We thoroughly enjoyed it.

🍽️Food95

The food is well-regarded for its innovation, thoughtful preparation, and delicious, memorable flavors, with many dishes highlighted as top-notch.

Food is unreal

👋Service96

Service is frequently described as top-notch, warm, friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, with staff often going above and beyond.

Service was top-notch

Vibe95

The atmosphere is consistently lauded as cozy, warm, intimate, and beautifully designed, creating a welcoming and special dining experience.

Cozy and dreamy

💰Value85

While some find the tasting menu to be a great deal, others note that the price point requires ordering multiple dishes, leading to a higher overall cost.

Best value tasting menus

📍 498 King St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1M1, Canada
4.8$$$TorontoFrench
Ideal for
Date nights and romantic occasionsSpecial celebrationsFood enthusiasts seeking innovative dishes

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