Best Authentic restaurants in Leslieville / Riverdale

178 restaurants available nearby

1. Ascari Enoteca

4.7

Exceptional(1362)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Leslieville / Riverdale

Booked 21 times today

Ascari Enoteca mirrors [Alberto] Ascari’s love for all things food and wine, bringing a rustic wine bar to Toronto’s East end with a simple philosophy of good, quality ingredients. It’s a neighbourhood locale where people come to linger over a simple, delicious meal washed down by a superb bottle of wine. Whether you’re solo, with friends or family, rest assured you’ll always leave here feeling like family.Ascari has been awarded one of Canada's Neighbourhood Gems by OpenTable and Best Italian Restaurant in Now Magazine.

2. Gare de l'Est

4.4

Awesome(1063)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary French • Leslieville / Riverdale

Booked 17 times today

An authentic, modern French brasserie in the heart of Toronto’s vibrant east end, Gare de l’Est was named after one of the oldest and largest train terminals in Paris, France. Just steps away from Crow’s Theatre, it offers an extensive menu of traditional French fare and seasonal dishes with a focus on local ingredients. While the actual space doesn’t offer a means of transportation, its loft-like ceilings, deep hued banquettes and crisp white table clothes, will carry your imagination to whatever destination you desire.

3. Greta Solomon's

4.7

Exceptional(208)

Price: Expensive

• French • Leslieville / Riverdale

Booked 2 times today

Greta Solomon's, named after the owner Darlene’s late mother & grandfather is an intimate 26 seat French restaurant located in the heart of Leslieville, Toronto. Our food menu is inspired by French Cuisine. All of our dishes are made in house with the freshest ingredients procured from purveyors that are local, family run, Canadian, award winners.We are the only restaurant in Toronto that offers an organic and sustainable exclusively French Wine list. At Greta Solomon’s, our guests feel that they have slipped away to a more leisurely pace, to enjoy our food, our drinks, our atmosphere and our company. You may feel that you have just discovered that little gem of a restaurant that all the locals know about in Paris. We will take you there without having to travel so far. If you can't find the time that you are looking for please call us at Greta's 647-347-8640Kindly view our most recent menu offerings at gretasolomonsdiningroom.com

4. Baldini

4.4

Awesome(300)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Leslieville / Riverdale

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.

5. Daphne

4.4

Awesome(182)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Financial District

Booked 127 times today

Daphne is a modern American style restaurant, lounge, and garden terrace in the heart of Toronto's Financial District. Daphne offers American cuisine with a contemporary twist, skillfully curated by Executive Chef John Chee. The menu showcases seasonal American classics, complemented by an array of small bites, handcrafted cocktails, and an extensive wine list, all presented within an elegant and modern ambiance. At the heart of the culinary offerings are two authentic wood-fired grills, infusing a distinct flavor into each dish. Locally sourced ingredients, along with local and imported seafood, are expertly grilled over live coals, ensuring a tantalizing dining experience. Each dish is thoughtfully enhanced with the addition of seasonal produce, while the bakery crafts artisanal breads by hand.

6. Osteria Giulia

4.7

Exceptional(618)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Yorkville

Booked 42 times today

N.B. **Reservations are available within 14 days**'22 Canada's 100 Best | Best New Restaurant #2'22 Canada's 100 Best | Best Overall #14'22 Toronto Life | Best New Restaurant'22 One Star Michelin | TorontoOsteria Giulia sprung to life in our imaginations as a tribute to Italian traditions of the past. We wanted to create one simple, beautiful thing. Somewhere outside of your busy life, outside of your surroundings, outside of time. An environment, an experience, an entire evening. Osteria Giulia is intimate, warm and familiar. We’ve reveled in her every detail. We’ve established a rarified menu focusing on Northern Italian cuisine and delicate coastal, Mediterranean flavour. Giulia is a new imagining of what an Italian restaurant can be. It always was the place of our dreams, the reason for our collaboration, and the culmination of—and conduit for—our collective passion. Chef Rob Rossi & David Minicucci

7. Terroni Price

4.4

Awesome(3879)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Rosedale / Summerhill

Booked 159 times today

Located in the heart of Summerhill, Terroni Price is our mid-town restaurant offering three floors with many dining options. Whether it’s a family night, a lunch meeting, or dinner before a night out, everyone feels comfortable at Terroni Price with its vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. A summertime destination, head up to our rooftop where you get Toronto skyline views showcasing both the uptown and downtown vistas.

8. Gusto 501

4.6

Exceptional(285)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • King East

Booked 93 times today

Gusto (pronounced Goo-sto) means tasty in Italian. Located in Toronto’s Corktown neighbourhood, Gusto 501 brings together the innovation of sister restaurant Gusto 101 and the soulful hospitality of Janet Zuccarini’s first restaurant, Trattoria Nervosa. Since opening our doors in 2020, Gusto 501 has been serving fresh takes on Italian fare in Toronto’s east end. Designed by award-winning architecture firm PARTISANS, Gusto 501’s space is punctuated by glowing terracotta walls and an oversized “garage door” façade that opens up to reveal a multi-level dining theatre. Every level of Gusto 501 unfolds into a unique experience. Whatever you're craving, there's always a seat at the table for you - our famiglia.

9. El Catrin

4.5

Awesome(5125)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Distillery District

Booked 77 times today

Reservations are booked for indoors only. Seating time will be limited to two hours maximum.Please note, during the Distillery Winter Village November 17th to December 31st, there are limited reservations available. Please call 1-416-203-2121 or email us at reservation@thedistillery.ca for any further inquiries or questions.Located in the Distillery District, El Catrin pairs an ambitious, wide-ranging, tapas-style menu with Canada's largest mezcal and tequila collection. El Catrin has built its reputation as one of the most celebrated restaurants in Toronto by offering transportive dining experiences, serving traditional and modern Mexican cuisine in a lively and award-winning atmosphere.

10. Cluny

4.4

Awesome(4920)

Price: Expensive

• French • Distillery District

Booked 41 times today

Outdoor tables are subject to the weather. If it rains, we can not guarantee indoor space. Please note, during the Distillery Winter Village November 17th to December 31st, there are limited reservations available. Please call 1-416-203-2632 or email us at reservation@thedistillery.ca for any further inquiries or questions.⁣Exciting, non-pretentious menus inspired by Frances's modern food movement paired with vibrant music, breathtaking design, & personalized service have made us the best French restaurant in Toronto. Nearly every item on our menu is made from scratch and we proudly maintain a curated Wine Spectator recognized wine list with nearly 200 bottles.Our adjacent café lets you take Cluny home with pastries, macarons, housemade terrines and preserves, and artisanal pantry items. Take out, from coffee to fresh-baked breads, made-to-order crepes to sandwiches.

Best Authentic restaurants in Leslieville / Riverdale

Price

Cuisine (20 of 79)

178 restaurants available nearby

1. Ascari Enoteca

2. Gare de l'Est

3. Greta Solomon's

4. Baldini

5. Daphne

6. Osteria Giulia

7. Terroni Price

8. Gusto 501

9. El Catrin

10. Cluny

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