Best Contemporary Canadian restaurants in Leslieville / Riverdale

Price: Moderate (224)Price: Expensive (194)Price: Very Expensive (119)

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A photo of Canoe Restaurant and Bar restaurant

1. Canoe Restaurant and Bar

4.5

Awesome(5555)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary canadian • Financial District

Booked 75 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.

A photo of Hy's Steakhouse - Toronto restaurant

2. Hy's Steakhouse - Toronto

4.8

Exceptional(2964)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary canadian • Financial District

Booked 67 times today

Hy’s Steakhouse is a Toronto staple for perfectly grilled, Canadian Prime Grade Steaks. Located at the corner of Richmond and Bay, Hy’s flagship restaurant features modern splashes of colour and art, while staying true to the warm wood and clean lines and textures of the classic steakhouse tradition. Expertly crafted cocktails, Hy’s famous cheese toast and tableside classics, await you alongside the warm hospitality that you have come to expect from Canada’s Premier Steakhouse. Explore the stunning, expansive bar and lounge on the street level, wraparound dining room on the mezzanine level, and private dining rooms on the lower level. Payment methods include: Visa/Mastercard/Discover/Cash/ApplePay/Debit/Hy's & Gotham Gift Cards ***We are unable to accept Pre-Paid Credit Cards***

3. ONE Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1473)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary canadian • Yorkville

Booked 41 times today

With a variety of beautiful dining spaces and dishes that will delight the palate, ONE is sure to impress.The restaurant’s stunning décor was fashioned by award winning design group Yabu Pushelberg. Low light and textured walls create a sumptuous ambiance, perfect for entertaining. The tree-lined candle lit patio is the perfect place to sit back and savour ONE's culinary creations and unique signature cocktails, all the while taking in Yorkville's bustling and exciting street life.If it is private dining you are interested in, ONE Restaurant has two exquisite spaces to offer. The smaller and more intimate Neil Young Room, located off the main dining room and the grand and impressive Yorkville Room, situated just beyond the entrance to the bar lounge.Whether the occasion be personal or business, the chic bar, al fresco oasis or lavish dining room will make for an immersive dining experience day or night.

4. Sassafraz

4.4

Awesome(3232)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary canadian • Yorkville

Booked 41 times today

A beloved local landmark, Sassafraz has welcomed guests to enjoy its contemporary Canadian cuisine, warm hospitality, and unparalleled service for over two decades. Chef Geoff Webb's ever-evolving seasonal menu showcases our relationships with local farms and purveyors. Set in an array of Victorian rowhouses, Sassafraz has evolved through the decades to become a magical space in the heart of historic Yorkville. The iconic little house and its romantic interior make it one of the most stunning restaurants in Toronto.

5. George Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(3164)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary canadian • Financial District

Booked 22 times today

Executive Chef Lorenzo Loseto’s innovative Toronto Cuisine is devoted to seasonal, natural, local, and sustainable food from the city’s markets. “This means that the food is inspired not only by the seasons but also the variety of products available from many different cultures around the world,” says Loseto. Secrette is now open - please join us for a drink in our new speakeasy located on top of George restaurant check in with the George host team to access the new space. Smaller share plates are available from the kitchen of George.

6. CLAY

4.6

Exceptional(370)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary canadian • Yorkville

Booked 24 times today

An original in-house restaurant at Gardiner Museum. Offering seasonal menus of fresh, local fare, inspired design that's deeply connected to the Museum's ceramic focus, and a seamless continuation of the impeccable service clients have to expect from the museum. Clay breathes new life into Yorkville's fine dining community.

7. Florette

4.7

Exceptional(108)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary canadian • Queen West

Booked 13 times today

An intimate place in the neighbourhood to eat, drink, and laugh. Funky sharing plates, culinary-inspired cocktails, and natural wine, all ever-rotating with what's local and seasonal.Our space is inspired by your cool aunt's home -- dine under our floral ceiling arch, surrounded by good people and lots of colourful pickled veggies and fruits. Our cozy back patio is quaint and covered by the old trees of Queen West, Toronto.

8. Judaline

4.8

Exceptional(123)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary canadian • Danforth / Greek Town

Booked 5 times today

Judaline offers a brand new dining experience located at Danforth and Broaview. A chef-inspired menu highlighting seasonal cuisine, fresh ingredients, and paying homage to the best of local and international beverages. The space features an all-season private patio, and a warm, inviting dining room.

9. Holts Café Bloor

4.5

Awesome(374)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary canadian • Yorkville

Booked 9 times today

Visit holtrenfrew.com/holtscafe to view the menu and call 416-355-2832 to place your order. We look forward to serving you!Holts Café celebrates Canadian cuisine with a European influence. Our vision of the restaurants and their cuisine is focused on sustainability, quality-driven ingredients, locality, and seasonality. The menus will pay homage to Holts Café classics and staples with a warm, inviting, fresh, and simplistic approach. Service times include brunch and lunch at all cafés, as well as afternoon tea and an expanded evening dinner service at select locations—all in a refined, contemporary environment.

10. Joni Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(129)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary canadian • Yorkville

Booked 8 times today

In harmony with the season, and inspired by the region, we are focused on fostering the finest ingredients and products of our land. Through thoughtful sourcing, a focus on sustainability, and careful intent behind every dish, Joni Restaurant exemplifies the best of contemporary Canadian cuisine.Situated in the heart of the iconic Park Hyatt Toronto, Joni will offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner, featuring recognizable yet elevated fare, with reinterpreted classic cocktails and a thoughtfully curated selection of wine to complement the menu.

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