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Baldini, Toronto, ON
Baldini, Toronto, ON
Baldini, Toronto, ON
Baldini, Toronto, ON
Baldini, Toronto, ON

Baldini

4.4
4.4
300 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Italian
Top tags:
Baldini Restaurant features cuisine from northern and southern Italy and is conveniently located on the Queen Street East strip. All of our ingredients are fresh from the market and the sauces, breads, and desserts are prepared in the finest Italian tradition right on the premises.



The atmosphere is casual and inviting, with jazz and Italian music softly serenading you in the background. Our prices are very welcoming as well. We are a family friendly restaurant.

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2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 849-1233
  • Website
    http://www.baldinirestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Sal
  • Catering
    Catering Menu is available on our website: www.baldinirestaurant.com/catering/, or click the catering tab on the website.
  • Private party facilities
    Make Baldini house your next party, whether it is a birthday to a corporate party, Baldini has something for everyone! Baldini offers the menu choices or a set Prix Fixe menu!
  • Private party contact
    Sal: (647) 893-0737
  • Location
    1012 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1K1
  • Neighbourhood
    Leslieville / Riverdale
  • Cross Street
    Boston Ave (between Carlaw and Pape)
  • Parking Details
    Street Meter Parking available with plenty of spots, and after 6pm, parking is free of charge.
  • Public Transit
    TTC Bus Stop available from across the street.
  • Entertainment
    Gentle jazz sets the mood, as our diners unwind casually on the classic brick wall and the cozy dining atmosphere, enjoying their meals at the heart of the Leslieville Gem.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wine

What 300 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on all time ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Quiet

300 Reviews

  1. AnthonyS

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great little restaurant.. fair prices and tasty Veal and Steak. Friendly, attentive service, although seemed little too quiet for a Saturday night which lowered the ambience a little. Would recommend and return.

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  2. gardengal

    Toronto

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Loved the food! We close Baldini’s for a birthday celebration for two couples. It was our first time at the restaurant and we enjoyed our meals. The salmon, veal piccata and chicken dishes were flavourful and delicious and the pasta was also wonderful. Our post-Covid dining experiences have generally been disappointing but Baldini’s did not disappoint. We will definitely return.

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  3. Lawlero

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fab meal. Loved the calamari. Everyone enjoyed their meals.

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  4. DianeL

    Toronto

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food!!! The variety of food is amazing. Service was excellent. Lighting a little dim for my eyes to see the menu.

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  5. FarahM

    Toronto

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best veal piccata in the city! Terrific service. Great ambience.

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  6. Anne

    Toronto

    70 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience5
    A very sweet place with a warm vibe and ambience. Meals priced well but food is OK. Too much sauce on pizzas, too much seasoning and over dressed salads and steak was tough and not liked much.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Started from waiting 30 minutes before asking the server if we could get water. Then we waited for 1 1/2 hours to get our food, by the time that our food came the tables next to us (which where seated at the same time as us) were already paying for they’re dinner. Our courses came out of order and were cold and soggy. We asked to get our things packed so we can leave, and by the time that the 250$ bill for two came, the waiter had the audacity to hound us over why we were not leaving the tip that he had expected. It was especially disappointing considering this was a valentines day dinner we had booked in advance. Would not recommend and definitely not going back here in the future.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    I went for dinner. When I booked it didn’t say they have only valentine’s special menu. Eventually what we got foods price were overpriced we ordered only main dish each person. It’s very small portion. Bill was included with tips I was almost paid for them like double tips which server didn’t mention it. Literally they didn’t care our table at all and gotta spend 140 only had one dish it doesn’t make sense at all. I do not come back there as neighbors it’s very dissatisfied

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and well priced. A definite return is planned

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 25, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best penne ever. Certainly coming back again.

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  11. Rapman58

    Toronto

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Third time three new dishes all great. This place deserves way more recognition than it gets highly recommend for well prepared Italian food lovely atmosphere and reasonable prices by the way you can bring your own wine for a reasonable cork fee.

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  12. Rapman58

    Toronto

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    This is our second time back in 2 months. We made sure not to order anything the same as last time to see if the experience is more rounded. With the exception of not particularly loving the trout everything else was top-notch grilled calamari in balsamic perfectly cooked sweet and sour sauce that went beautifully with it minestrone soup fantastic and the vegetarian penne Rose superb the other great thing is you can bring in your own wine and they charge a court fee and we brought a gorgeous bottle that we ended up sharing a little bit with the owner and it was just so much fun.. very sweet people for an intimate quiet night midweek magnificent. So between two visits they are 7 for 8.. that's a pretty impressive batting average!

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  13. Bdavis64

    Toronto

    118 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    118 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Really enjoyed our return to Baldini post pandemic. It’s a warm environment with traditional but well prepared Italian food. Generous portions and well priced. Wait staff is attentive. Would highly recommend.

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  14. Rapman58

    Toronto

    30 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Everything was prepared very well it was quiet because it was a Tuesday night highly recommend for a simple Italian night out with very well prepared food. We had mussels to start,, (very fresh) mushroom risotto and black cod and tiramisu to finish.. reasonably priced as well!

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  15. CatM

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2022

    overall2food3service3ambience3
    Quaint little restaurant with good ambience. Visited during the week and got the last table. Restaurant was packed by 8 pm. One waiter serving the tables. We had 1/2 dozen oysters, an order of garlic bread, glass of house wine, top sirloin steak entree and spaghetti bolognese. Oysters and Bolognese were very good, highly recommend the Bolognese. Would not order the garlic bread again as they used 'Costco like' square focaccia bread with garlic butter spread. Their house bread was better. We ordered the top sirloin medium rare. Could not bite through it. My partner spoke to the waiter, waiter said he'd bring a new plate, a few minutes later chef came out with the same plate, said that this is top sirloin, he can cook it more but it will be the same if we gave you another piece. We promptly replied, we'll take it go and shortly thereafter asked for the bill, paid and left.... Needless to say we won't be going back anytime soon. ☹️

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Berlin

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    The kitchen was super slow, because even with a lot of people gone, it still took forever for us to get her food. Food was just average nothing special at all.

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  17. JudyC

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Strangely the 4 of us were the only diners that evening, a Wednesday,strange. I had a very dry, very good vodka martini to start. Others stayed with wine. As appetizers the grilled calamari and the garlic shrimp were very good as were the pasta dishes and chicken supreme but the spaghetti carbonara was not up to my expectations. More garlic and bacon definitely needed with a creamier sauce . Not my favourite. But everyone left happy if somewhat puzzled over the lack of customers that night.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great time. The food was well presented and tasted delicious.. I highly recommend

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Very good experience. Servers took the time to answer our questions and all dietary considerations were easily accommodated. Good value.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great service!

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  21. To29

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Marvellous

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  22. AHGonOT

    Toronto

    111 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    111 reviews

    Dined on June 25, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    A popular local spot amongst baby restaurants along this Leslieville strip . Very pleasant and attentive waiter and food was delicious , well prepared if not overly imaginative . Patio on the street fun on a calm warm evening

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  23. SandraJ

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great meal and experience! Patrick provided excellent service!

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed a wonderful Mother’s Day meal. The server was exceptional, attentive and the food was exquisite! Highly recommend the grilled calamari which is sublime. Hands down, one of the best neighbourhood restaurants in the east end.

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  25. Matt

    Toronto

    17 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Our server was really great and the food overall was good. We were just one of two tables at 7:30pm on a Friday night. Clearly hasn’t recovered from the pandemic just yet. I hope it’s able to.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great service and delicious food!

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  27. julianm

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2022

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    excellent food, quiet place. Server took a little while but pleased overall.

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  28. Victoria

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2022

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    The food was really plain in terms of flavour, it felt like barilla pasta + a store-bought sauce. The waiter was nice, and the music was really low so we could hear each other well. They did not change table cloths nor sanitized between guests.

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  29. KeeganW

    Edmonton

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic dinners every time. Perfect service, and delicious food. The wine list is extensive but well curated.

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  30. nora

    Toronto

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service fro Patrick and great food. We come here very often for dinner and our favourite is the Rappini. The Tiramisu is to die for! I love the Tartuffo too. All the pasta are good!!

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  31. BobT

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Great spot to enjoy some tasty Italian fair. Small so a little cramped but the food arrives hot and tasty. Great service as well.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    NYE Dinner was great! Flavours were wonderful and the service was on point. Would definitely come back again!

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  33. CTong

    Toronto

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Consistently delicious food for great value!!

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    This was my first visit, of what will, hopefully, be many! The service was excellent, the staff was friendly and attentive; they provided helpful suggestions about the menu. All Covid protocols were followed and we felt very comfortable. The food was delish and the portions were generous. There were lots of offerings on the menu, we chose pasta dishes and were delighted with the quality of the food! Patrick was one of our servers and he was a consummate professional! I am so grateful that local businesses are hanging in while we migrate through Covid, thank you Baldini 😊

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  35. Jeniferf

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Baldini's is always amazing. We've been going there for a long time, (minus pandemic) the food is always excellent and Patrick is the best

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  36. AnneE

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 14, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Excellent service. Good value. Nice assortment on menu

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  37. PiotrU

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 8, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food , excellent , friendly service, nice ambiance . Definitely we will be back .

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2020

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    Review would have been better HOWEVER, food took a very long time. We were a group of 10, so expected a bit of a wait, but 3 course dinner took 3 hrs. Appetizers took 45 minutes (mainly salad) and mains another hour. Service was friendly and attended to water glasses which is good, but throughout the excessively long wait times, there was no communication of a delay and no offering of bread until we asked during our mains. To add insult to injury was an after tax autograt of 20%. If you’re billing above market on your tip, it better be exceptional. Overall it seemed like an unfortunate case of the server knowing they didn’t have to work for their tip. All in all the food was good and they got everything right. On the fence if I’d go back. I certainly wouldn’t recommend this place if you’re more than 4 people.

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  39. DeValera

    Toronto

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Terrific food, great wine pricing, Patrick provided awesome service, well aware of our timing needs for theatre (Crow’s Nest - five minute walk away)

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  40. NeilC

    Exclusive

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2020

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Yummy Italian that feels home made. Cozy atmosphere with great service and value! Baldini’s never disappoints.

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FAQs

Baldini does offer delivery in partnership with Skip The Dishes and Uber Eats.

Baldini is rated 4.4 stars by 300 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Baldini

1012 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1K1

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Boston Ave (between Carlaw and Pape)
  • Neighbourhood
    Leslieville / Riverdale
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    Street Meter Parking available with plenty of spots, and after 6pm, parking is free of charge.
  • Public Transit
    TTC Bus Stop available from across the street.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Sal
  • Entertainment
    Gentle jazz sets the mood, as our diners unwind casually on the classic brick wall and the cozy dining atmosphere, enjoying their meals at the heart of the Leslieville Gem.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.baldinirestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (416) 849-1233
  • Catering
    Catering Menu is available on our website: www.baldinirestaurant.com/catering/, or click the catering tab on the website.
  • Private party facilities
    Make Baldini house your next party, whether it is a birthday to a corporate party, Baldini has something for everyone! Baldini offers the menu choices or a set Prix Fixe menu!
  • Private party contact
    Sal: (647) 893-0737
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