Baldini

Name: Baldini
Address: 1012 Queen St E, Toronto, ON, Canada, M4M 1K1
Telephone: (416) 849-1233
Price range: CAN$30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

280 Reviews

CAN$30 and under

Italian

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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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 29, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 p.m.

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Delivery

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Steak
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Fri 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

Bruschetta & Crostini$6.00
Toasted garlic Crostini, w/ seasoned diced tomatoes, herbs and extra virgin olive oil
Crostini Mousse$6.00
Chicken liver, capers, shallot, sage and brandy
Marinated Mixed Olives$5.00
with garlic bread
Carpaccio Classico di Manzo$15.00
Pepper encrusted thinly sliced aged beef tenderloin, arugula, asiago, balsamic reduction
Prosciutto di Parma$14.00
Grilled cantaloupe wrapped with prosciutto on romain & balsamico
Calamari alla Griglia$12.00
Grilled calamari herb encrusted, greens & balsamic reduction
Gamberi Limone$12.00
Black tiger shrimps in a white wine lemon butter sauce and baby green
Salumi & Formaggio$20.00
Assortment cured meats
Cozze Scopiate$10.00
Steamed mussels in white wine garlic, leeks, tomatoes & herb sauce
Antipasto
Grilled vegetables, caprese, prosciutto, salami, provolone, grilled calamari & olives
- For Two$22.00

Insalate / Salads - Zuppa / Soup

Add to any salad: Chicken $8, Shrimps $10, Salmon $14, Italian Sausage $8

Insalata Mista$9.00
Greens, walnuts, cranberries, shaved feta olive oil balsamic
Caesare$10.00
Romaine heart, garlic croutons, grana padano home made Caesar dressing
Beet Salad$12.00
Prosciutto hair loom tomatoes, beet, arugula, bocconcini balsamic reduction
Insalate Caprese$12.00
Roma tomato, bocconcini, spring mix, balsamic & basil oil
Zupa del Nonna
Traditional Minestrone soup mixed beans with veggies and tomato base
- Bowl$6.00
- Cup$5.00
Zuppa del Giorno
soup of the day please ask server
- Bowl$6.00
- Cup$5.00

Pasta

Whole wheat, gluten free pasta or any substitute add $3

Penne Rose$18.00
Eggplant, artichoke, roasted peppers, mushroom & roasted garlic rose sauce
Bolognese$18.00
Spaghettini with slow simmered mushroom pomodoro meat sauce
Penne alla Romano$22.00
Italian sausage, grilled chicken breast, sun dried tomato, pasta cream sauce
Calabrese con Rapini$18.00
Penne, hot Italian sausage, light chili crash garlic, rapini, pomodoro sauce
Compollo$18.00
Spaghettini, chicken breast, roasted peppers, sun dried tomato, goat cheese & tomato basil sauce
Penne Verde$18.00
Chicken breast, roasted peppers, garlic, basil pesto, grana padano, olive oil
Spaghettini Carbonara$22.00
Smoked bacon, mushroom white wine, cream sauce
Linguini al Frutti di Mare$26.00
Tiger shrimps, scallops, calamari, mussels, w. wine, leeks, tomato sauce
Ravioli all'Aragosta$26.00
Handmade pasta stuffed with lobster and fresh seasonal seafood in a creamy pink sauce
Agnolotti Amore$22.00
Handmade half-moon agnolotti filled w/ butternut squash, ricotta, in rose
Penne alla Vodka$22.00
Penne, leeks, pancetta & vodka in a rose sauce
Salmone$22.00
Linguini, smoked salmon, leeks, peppers white wine rose sauce
House-Made Sicilian Gnocchi$22.00
Handmade gnocchi, roasted peppers, garlic pesto cream

Pizzas

All pizzas are 11" thin crust 50% wheat and 50% flour topped with fresh basil

Giardino$15.00
Mushrooms, peppers, artichoke, eggplant, mozzarella & tomato sauce
Margherita$15.00
Tomatoes, fresh basil, mozzarella & tomato sauce
Roma$18.00
Chicken breast, roasted red peppers, goat cheese & tomato sauce
Carne$18.00
Italian sausage, pancetta, chicken breast, mozzarella cheese & tomato sauce

Carne / Beef - Poultry - Seafood

Chicken Supreme$20.00
Stuffed chicken breast w/prosciutto provolone pommery mustard sauce
Salmone alla Griglia$24.00
Grilled Atlantic salmon w/ white wine zafran sauce
Vitello saltimbocca alla Romana$25.00
Veal scaloppini, prosciutto white wine fontina cheese and touch of cream
Veal Picatta$22.00
Veal scaloppini with chardonnay, capers, Italian parsley garlic lemon sauce
Vitello di Marsala$23.00
Veal scaloppini with wild mushroom Marsala wine sauce
Bistecca$28.00
AAA New York sirloin steak served with mushroom red wine au jus
Risotto ai Funghi (By Itself)$16.00
Arborio rice, wild mushrooms, shaved asiago and Truffle oil
Risotto Pescatore$24.00
Arborio rice, shrimps, scallops, calamari, white wine tomato broth
Fileto di Manzo (Surf & Turf)$34.00
Grilled filet mignon, tiger shrimps, pepper corns barolo
Calabrese Zuppa di Pesce$32.00
Tiger shrimps, scallops, mussels, calamari & fresh fish of the day, garlic, leeks, fresh herb chardonnay tomato broth

What 280 people are saying

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4.5Value

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SandraJ
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great meal and experience! Patrick provided excellent service!
OT
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.
M
Matt
Toronto
13 reviews
vip
3.0
13 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.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great service and delicious food!
j
julianm
Toronto
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience3
excellent food, quiet place. Server took a little while but pleased overall.
OT
OpenTable Diner
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.
KW
KeeganW
Edmonton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic dinners every time. Perfect service, and delicious food. The wine list is extensive but well curated.
n
nora
Toronto
10 reviews
5.0
10 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!!
BT
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.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
NYE Dinner was great! Flavours were wonderful and the service was on point. Would definitely come back again!
CT
CTong
Toronto
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 25, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Consistently delicious food for great value!!
OT
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 😊
J
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
AE
AnneE
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2021
overall4food4service5ambience4
Excellent service. Good value. Nice assortment on menu
PU
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 .
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
3.0
1 review
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.
DV
DeValera
Toronto
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 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)
NC
NeilC
Exclusive
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Yummy Italian that feels home made. Cozy atmosphere with great service and value! Baldini’s never disappoints.
M
Matt
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall3food4service2ambience3
Went on valentines. Unfortunately understaffed for such a busy night. I’m guessing this place would be a lot better on a normal night. Food was good.
D
Drew
Toronto
18 reviews
2.0
18 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall2food1service1ambience3
We arrived on time for our Valentines Day reservation - behind four other couples with reservations at the same time. Restaurant was either understaffed or unprepared. There were no tables available, no one to greet us, and when I found a server he said we would have to wait until a table was available. 25 minutes later, we were seated. No one offered us a drink - not even water. Throughout the evening, we had to ask for everything. The main course came before we were finished with appetizers. My partner ordered Lobster Papardelle and was served over-salted Lobster with Fettucine. I ordered duck breast - was not asked how I wanted it - and it arrived well-done and dry. Supposedly this restaurant has been around for 17 years .... not sure how that could be possible!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were fortunate to get a table on Valentine’s Day. Since we were going to a performance we ordered a few small plates to share. We appreciated the pleasant way we were treated in spite of not ordering the full special for the evening. Service was quick and friendly. Food was delicious and generous.
AV
AlexV
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was one of the best dinner experiences I've had in Toronto. I highly recommend this restaurant. It's romantic, delicious, and timeless. The tiramisu is perfect.
SC
StewartC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall4food5service4ambience5
Great food, service, and ambience. Only shortcoming was a limited time of 1.5 hrs which we didn't understand until the next patron was waiting. (We were seated@ 17:35) Would have been OK, but they weren't quick to take our order initially. We hustled, and overall it was very good.
MM
MarieM
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2020
overall5food5service4ambience4
My friend and I had dinner here for her birthday. It was really excellent. Our server was friendly, professional, very helpful regarding dinner choices and a pleasure to meet. The dishes including veal Piccata and veal marsala were perfect. The Caesar salad very good too as well as chocolate tartufo. There will definitely be a return visit.
D
Dakajs
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 2, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved this place! Super cute and intimate with an option of a prifix menu!
LZ
LauraZ
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 25, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
It was a very lovely evening spent with friends. Everyone enjoyed their meal and the service was great!
JV
JohnV
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Been Going to Baldini for 5 years. Patrick is the best waiter in town. Lovely place...great food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious and as good as the last time we came to the restaurant. The service was awesome. Patrick was very attentive and the flow of the meal was well timed.
f
foodie
San Diego
55 reviews
5.0
55 reviews
Dined on January 8, 2020
overall5food4service5ambience5
Wonderful first experience at Baldini's prior to going to the Crow's nest theatre. Mussels in gorgonzola cream sauce delicious as well as beet salad and spinach gnocchi. Only comment would be the bread - it was too dense to sop up the wonderful sauces - perhaps ciabatta buns would be better?
LO
LindaO
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 2, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was my second visit to Baldini and both times have been a great experience. Such a lovely atmosphere and Patrick is a wonderful server who makes everyone feel welcome. Baldini is a true gem in the east end.
j
jillian
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 20, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
What a gem. The food was 'lick the plate clean' delicious! Great ambience, and Patrick was the perfect complement to a fabulous meal. Made a reservation for a group of friends for the following Friday!
h
happydiner
Toronto
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lovely neighbourhood restaurant. Every aspect if the evening was thoroughly enjoyable. Food and wait staff excellent.
DS
DavidS
Toronto
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
the food was great the service was very good The seating was a little tight
B
Bdavis64
Toronto
100 reviews
vip
4.0
100 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience3
A quiet gem. We have been several times and the low key setting conceals a restaurant serving wonderful food and offering great value.
AS
AileenS
Toronto
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience4
Felt we were being rushed and my friends were disappointed with there meals. To much breading on the veal. One veal was burnt, Pasta was the wrong sauce as requested. Not asked if we wanted coffee or tea. My dish was fine but everyone else was not happy. I’ll give it one more visit. If it is the same experience , I’ll stop going there. Sometimes we all have bad nights.
L
Luv2eat
Phoenix
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time at Baldini...will definitely be back!!
B
Bdavis64
Toronto
100 reviews
vip
5.0
100 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
What a gem. Unassuming from the street view but the pleasant surprise was the delicious food. We had salads and pastas. Just fantastic. We are heading back soon.
AF
AlexF
Toronto
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2019
overall4food5service2ambience4
Arrived and our reservation wasn’t ready. Otherwise everything was great.
f
freedog16
Toronto
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2019
overall5food4service5ambience5
This is a great neighbourhood restaurant that is worth going out of your way to visit. The food is very good and the ambience is perfect for a small group
DL
DianneL
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 6, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
The selection was great and the server was excellent

FAQs

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

Baldini is rated 4.6 stars by 280 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 29, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 p.m.

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Delivery

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 Wed–Fri 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

Baldini

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Delivery

Additional information

Antipasti / Appetizers

Bruschetta & Crostini$6.00

Crostini Mousse$6.00

Marinated Mixed Olives$5.00

Carpaccio Classico di Manzo$15.00

Prosciutto di Parma$14.00

Calamari alla Griglia$12.00

Gamberi Limone$12.00

Salumi & Formaggio$20.00

Cozze Scopiate$10.00

Antipasto

Insalate / Salads - Zuppa / Soup

Insalata Mista$9.00

Caesare$10.00

Beet Salad$12.00

Insalate Caprese$12.00

Zupa del Nonna

Zuppa del Giorno

Pasta

Penne Rose$18.00

Bolognese$18.00

Penne alla Romano$22.00

Calabrese con Rapini$18.00

Compollo$18.00

Penne Verde$18.00

Spaghettini Carbonara$22.00

Linguini al Frutti di Mare$26.00

Ravioli all'Aragosta$26.00

Agnolotti Amore$22.00

Penne alla Vodka$22.00

Salmone$22.00

House-Made Sicilian Gnocchi$22.00

Pizzas

Giardino$15.00

Margherita$15.00

Roma$18.00

Carne$18.00

Carne / Beef - Poultry - Seafood

Chicken Supreme$20.00

Salmone alla Griglia$24.00

Vitello saltimbocca alla Romana$25.00

Veal Picatta$22.00

Vitello di Marsala$23.00

Bistecca$28.00

Risotto ai Funghi (By Itself)$16.00

Risotto Pescatore$24.00

Fileto di Manzo (Surf & Turf)$34.00

Calabrese Zuppa di Pesce$32.00

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