Top 25 Restaurants for Solo Dining in Canada for 2019

by As Voted by OpenTable Diners

Updated November 18, 2019

Who says you can’t have a party of one? Solo dining in Canada is on the rise, reservations for parties of one have grown by 75 per cent since 2017. OpenTable's Top 25 Restaurants for Solo Dining in Canada for 2019 celebrates solo diners and the restaurants that welcome them. The list of honorees is based on an analysis of 500,000+ reviews of more than 3,000 restaurants across the country—all submitted by verified diners.

Akira Back

4.8

4.8 (1916)

CAN$51 and over

Asian

Entertainment District

About the restaurant

We had the most amazing experience. Josh our server very friendly and knowledgable of the menu and history of Akira Back . We met Sous chef Kim and answered all of our questions about the menu. The attention to every detail with table maintenance was spot on and the food was well presented and simple. The food was delicious and fresh. We will definitely recommend this restaurant to our friends. Thanks again for a memorable experience.

Top review

AlexVIP

Dined 3 days ago

To me, this is one of the best restaurants in the city, absolutely love this place. Always continue coming back here.

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4.7

4.7 (1737)

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary Canadian

Ottawa

About the restaurant

Food is inventive and surprising.

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Zach

Dined on Dec 21, 2024

Amazing and unique 40 course meal with world class service!

DaiLo

4.8

4.8 (1411)

CAN$51 and over

Asian

Little Italy / College St.

About the restaurant

The food did not disappoint in any way. We did the chefs choice five course meal and it was truly outstanding. The octopus tacos and the venison carpaccio were truly amazing. The service was equally outstanding. They were very attentive. I would go back in a heartbeat. Best meal of 2019 for us!

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KristinaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Always great food and wonderful service! I particularly appreciate them explaining what is put in each dish! They are so creative!

Damas

4.8

4.8 (4718)

CAN$51 and over

Syrian

Mile End

About the restaurant

Heard great things about Damas, and was not disappointed at all. Will be back 100%.

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ThomasVIP

Dined 3 days ago

One of the best meals we have had in a long time. Service was impeccable and every dish was delicious! Make a reservation to go ASAP!

Eden - Rimrock Resort Hotel

4.8

4.8 (1358)

CAN$51 and over

Canadian

Banff

About the restaurant

Incredible evening, easily the best food and service and I’ve ever received. Very excited to visit again the next time I’m in Banff.

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Grace

Dined on Jan 2, 2025

This is the best restaurant that I have ever dined in. Beef tenderloin was the best dish I have ever tasted; everything about it was amazing. Even though it says 4 course meals together it was about 9, so keep that in mind if you’re ordering the 7 course one. They even gave a pumpkin cake to enjoy for the next day. Service was also best of the best. Even though Canada doesn’t follow the Michelin guide this is probably a 2-star Michelin restaurant if you’re looking for a comparison. Please do me a favour and come to Eden!!!

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Experience

Cellar Experience

Experience

Seven Course Tasting Menu

Experience

Four Course Tasting Menu

Grapes

4.8

4.8 (299)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Wine Bar

Banff

About the restaurant

Awesome charcuterie and fondue. Great cocktails and wine selection. Be sure to reserve early as it is a very small, intimate bar. Servers are very friendly and knowledgeable about menu items.

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JenniferVIP

Dined 4 days ago

I love Grapes! We’ve been coming her for years and love the intimacy of the space, great wines, cheese and charcuterie. And superior service from Dana, she’s fantastic!

Grey Gardens

4.8

4.8 (1226)

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary American

Chinatown / Kensington Market

About the restaurant

Just great - lived up to expectations. Great wine list too.

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Charles

Dined 4 days ago

Fantastic dinner from start to finish. The lasagna and pickerel were particular highlights. The service was exceptional. Our server was thoughtful, attentive, charming and had very practical feedback whenever we had menu questions. We were celebrating my wife’s birthday, and decided to forgo dessert (being fully satisfied and full.) Not one to miss an opportunity, our wonderful server surprised us with a birthday candle in a ramekin, along with a couple glasses of Montenegro to underline the occasion. So thoughtful! All in all, wonderful experience and would recommend to even my pickiest friends.

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Experience

Grey Monday - January 27

Experience

Valentine's Day @ GG ❤️

La Banane

5.0

5 (849)

CAN$51 and over

French

Ossington

About the restaurant

It was an entirely lovely experience!

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Mark

Dined on Nov 22, 2024

One of the best steak tartare I have had in the city and our server was absolutely top notch.

Le Club Chasse et Pêche

4.8

4.8 (1601)

CAN$51 and over

French

Old Montreal

About the restaurant

Awesome food and overall experience. We had the surf and turf and filet. Outstanding!

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SimonVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Delicious meal and outstanding service! Can’t believe I’ve never been before!

Le Muscadin

4.9

4.9 (417)

CAN$51 and over

Italian

Old Montreal

About the restaurant

Fantastic service as usual! Ask for the zabaglione!

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Douglas

Dined on Dec 19, 2024

Great birthday dinner celebrated with family at this beautiful restaurant with awesome food and friendly staff!

Opus Restaurant

5.0

5 (338)

CAN$51 and over

Continental

The Annex

About the restaurant

Great food, very nice service, the best wine list I ever saw. Great place for a wonderful evening!

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ChrisVIP

Dined on Dec 20, 2024

Despite frequenting the area for years, this was my first visit to Opus and we were thoroughly rewarded. The menu was incredible, fresh and delicious. Lots of exciting dishes to choose from. The service was attentive without smothering; the wine list was astounding. Recommend.

Pigeonhole - 17th Ave

4.8

4.8 (1748)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Dining Bar

Downtown

About the restaurant

Everything was great! One of our favourite places to dine.

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sharon

Dined 5 days ago

A group of colleagues got together for a bite to eat and glass of wine and were very happy with the service and quality of the food at Pigeonhole. we had a great experience and love Chef Ivan!

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Smoked Ham Croquettes

Scaramouche Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (3121)

CAN$51 and over

French

Midtown / Uptown

About the restaurant

Never had a bad meal/experience here. Everything is on point.

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Maryam

Dined 2 days ago

Absolutely amazing food and even better service would 10/10 recommend!!

Sukiyaki House

4.8

4.8 (1022)

CAN$30 and under

Japanese

Downtown

About the restaurant

This place is delicious. Everything we ate was really well prepared and very fresh! The spicy mayo is incredible.

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Chris

Dined 2 days ago

We love coming here, we highly value the consistency we get everyone time we book. We always know exactly what we get and that’s great for date nights or grabbing a good bite before an event like a hockey game. The feature menu changes often and there’s usually something we try off of it. Like most sushi spots you can easily get in and out within an hour if you need to.

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4.8

4.8 (6305)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

Calgary

About the restaurant

The food never lets me down! Pasta dishes are always so great!! Love the aesthetics of the restaurant so much and prices are so reasonable for good food! My favorite restaurant in Calgary hands down!

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Daniel

Dined 1 day ago

We have never been disappointed coming here. Each dish was amazing and so many flavors!

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4.9

4.9 (2454)

CAN$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Edmonton

About the restaurant

Extraordinary!

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Sylvia

Dined 3 days ago

We really enjoy our time, service & great food! It small, intimate & perfect evening for us! The owner she was wonderful, beautiful smile and make sure we were well take care of! All team did a great job! We will be back for sure !

Yasu Toronto

4.7

4.7 (607)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Harbord Village

About the restaurant

Very cozy location with an intimate experience that is both delicious and informative.

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Shae

Dined on Jan 5, 2025

Fantastic. One of the best Omakase’s I’ve ever had.