Don Alfonso 1890

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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Toronto

   2 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

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   Fantastic food, service and ambience. From the moment you arrive, you feel like a VIP. We had a beautiful table by the window and opted for the a La carte menu. So much choice and the presentation and explanation behind the food were wonderful. Truly a memorable occasion and highly recommend!

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   ErinC

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

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   Fabulous food & service - thanks to Ashley & Stephano!! Very elevated food, wine and overall ambience, but without pretense.

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   AlG33

   Toronto

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Lovely everything was exceptionally

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   Sabrina

   Toronto

   1 review

   vip
   3.0

   1 review

   Dined 6 days ago

   overall3food3service5ambience5

   Would have liked to see a few more vegetarian/ vegan options and more variety then just regular milk offered for our coffees.

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Toronto

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Amazing experience. Quality of food is A+. Great environment. Worth the visit.

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6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Toronto

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   I treated my husband to an amazing dining experience at Don Alfonso’s for his 40th birthday. We went with the 7-course Tasting Menu. Every single course was a culinary experience of its own. Great ambiance, great service, great food and drinks. This was the perfect kick-off to his birthday week!

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   Yousuf

   Calgary

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

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   Unreal experience and service, best Italian food in the country.

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Toronto

   4 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

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   Dined there with my wife on her birthday. The decor and ambiance were delightful, the service was impeccable and the food was amazing. The enjoyed the 3-course Prix Fixe meal which, together with bread service (truffle butter to die for, amuse-bouche and a beautiful dessert platter, provided plenty of food and we left stuffed and satisfied. For the entree, my wife had the dry aged Japanese wagyu ribeye and I had the bison tenderloin, both were wonderful cuts of meat and extremely tender and flavourful. To top it off, they gave my wife a handwritten birthday card and a small souvenir gift, it was a nice touch to end a great evening. I would strongly recommend this restaurant and can’t wait to go back to try their tasting menu next time.

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   littlevoice

   New York Area

   4 reviews

   4.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

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   Our waiter was excellent. He was knowledgeable about the entire menu. Very pleasant and made the night enjoyable.

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    Caleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

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    servers were very educated, provided breakdowns of all of the dishes, and insight into which menus would be beneficial to your own unique preferences. very beautiful views, food was fantastic as well.

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    AlexandreG

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2023

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    Everything was just sooo good ! The service was impeccable and our waiter was the best. Would recommend anytime !

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    Nicole

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The service was consistently excellent from everyone we interacted with, very attentive but not snooty. Our server Marilou (spelling?) was lovely. The food was excellent, with amazing complex flavours, but so accessible for a reformed picky eater. Having read reviews saying you’ll leave hungry, we absolutely disagree. We both left full. We got the special surprises (that amuse bouche was a highlight!) and the little gift with a hand written note card for our anniversary. If you go to the bathroom, use the stall closest to the window. It’s amazing! And take the time after dinner to tour through the kitchen. We were offered complimentary coffee, espresso, including decaf, grappa, and limoncello, which is what we opted for. As well as a bite of delicious dark chocolate that I’m glad my full belly didn’t say no to. They pointed out all the beautiful design details and exactly where each dish was prepared. An expensive evening for us but we’re so glad we spent the money for a truly wonderful experience.

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    thesadester12

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3

    We booked Don Alfonso w/ another couple for our 12 yr anniv. after having wanted to try it for some time, particularly after it earned a Michelin star. We arrived on time for our 8:45 p.m. res on a Friday night. Understandably, the restaurant was busy; the host told us that our table wasn’t ready yet, there were guests still seated, and that the bar was full, so we had to stand & wait by the elevators. This would’ve been fine if she had offered to take our parkas, bring us a cocktail while we waited, made any effort to make us comfortable before we dropped $2k+ on dinner, as you might expect at a Michelin-rated restaurant. Interesting start. They eventually took us to our table, dropped menus off and left us for 10+ mins without water, an offer for drinks, without explaining the menu.. Again, odd. Finally they came to ask what sort of water we wanted and we listened to the spiel on what to expect and how to order, so we put in our request for the Signature tasting menu ($220pp) + Premium wine pairings ($200pp). The food came quickly. When I say quickly, there were minutes between finishing a dish before the next one arrived. There was no luxurious pace, the wine pairings were poured before you were even halfway through the last glass. I hadn’t even finished the bread service before the first dish was plonked in front of me and a new glass of wine was poured as I finished my champagne. Now, the food. Standouts were the eel gelato with sturgeon caviar and rose-scented tagliatelle, and the duck. The rest, kind of forgettable. Michel Star quality? I think it was a decent fine dining meal. If you’ve been to Alo, Don Alfonso doesn’t even hold a candle to it. Best Italian restaurant outside of Italy? A stretch. Honestly, didn’t really get “Italian” from the dishes - if you had blindly sent me there and asked me what cuisine I ate at the end of the meal, I’d say continental. Overall, disappointing, wouldn’t reco & wouldn’t return. Id rather spend my money at Alo.

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14. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Exceptional

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15. SS

    SSJM

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 27, 2023

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    Very attentive staff. Upscale ambiance. 38th floor in westin harbor castle with Gorgeous view of downtown city line north. Food was delicious, beautifully plated, and good choice for vegetarians, pescatarians and red meat lovers alike on both a La carte and tasting menus. Not as “stereotypical Italian” as other toronto Italian eateries. Ie if you’re looking for large pasta portions, suggest picking a more routine Italian resto. Would recommend for special occasions, or to bring important clients or out of town guests (for city view). Attentive re allergies. Very thoughtful…mentioned birthday on open table reservation, and they unexpectedly brought a complimentary dessert and wine stopper gift. Definitely deserved the Michelin star they got (comparing to other 1,2,3 Michelin star places we’ve been to).

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    AnastasiaS

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The ambiance was so romantic and the food was full of flavour! Would love to come back here.

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17. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Immaculate. Sensational. Perfection.

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    PhilD

    Exclusive

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    My review on Value was median because, I feel the questionnaire is really subjective depending on the establishment. I knew full well we were not going to Eastside Mario's where value would be more skewed. Don Alfonso is Michelin Star.....we went for the culinary excellence and experience not value.

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19. LB

    LynnB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    When a restaurant has a Michelin star the expectations are understandably high. Don Alfonso 1890 exceeded those expectations! The whole team rocked it. The hostess, server, server assistant, sommelier, food runner, manager, chef and all of the cooks in the kitchen made it a magical evening. The beautiful touches at the end of the meal were the icing on the cake. Thank you!

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    Victoria

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Glad we went. Food presentations and taste was great. The favorites wereseared Muscovy Duck Breast, organic Manitoba bison. They accommodate your dietary restrictions and do everything possible to modify your dish. The portions were small as expected, so go for experience, not to mention the view.

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    Leeg

    Toronto

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I highly recommend dining at Don Alfonso. It was truly a dining experience. The food was outstanding as was the service! Plus, the view is gorgeous. Do not miss a chance to dine here.

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    JPJR

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    amazing evening and all staff exceptional including Rachel our main server. Thank You, Joe and Cathy

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23. FB

    FoodBlogger

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2023

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    Just a great dining experience. Service was perfect and the food is the best in the city. Loved everything about it

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24. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Incredible dining experience

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    ScottN

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Don Alfonso, located on the 38th floor inside the Harborfront Hotel. Elevator upstairs to the restaurant was nice, but once walked into the reception I could tell that the stuff was real professional. They have 3-4 separate menus based on the location of your reservation. I got the ala carte menu, which I believe is one of the best tasting menu I’ve had in my life. Server was great. Got the opportunity to meet the GM Marco, who invited myself to a tour of the restaurant towards the end of the night, who I got the chance to meet the chef. High class customer service, would recommend to anyone. Worth the money.

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26. LR

    LanaR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 19, 2023

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    Amazing food & service - an incredible experience!

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    AlexH

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    good and service were great in every respect

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28. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Absolutely Fantastic

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29. UO

    UzoO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 18, 2023

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    Brought my wife here for her birthday and we were not disappointed! Ashley (hope I spelled it properly) was a great server, along with the folks that helped throughout the service. I would definitely recommend the experience.

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    Stephanie

    Toronto

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 18, 2023

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    Service was awful- server didn’t know the menu, did not provide a curated experience whatsoever. Not worth the money spent.

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    Karranb

    Toronto

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2023

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    The amuse bouche, "Italy in one bite" followed by 7 exceptional courses, a truffle extravaganza, white ones from Alba and black truffles adorning many of the dishes. Framing the menu signed by Ernesto Iaccarino, one of Italy's greatest chefs.

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    AmyX

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 16, 2023

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    Amazing food and experience. Frank was incredible and everything we ordered was so unique yet cohesive. The restaurant is designed to be open concept so you can walk around to take in the views and even see the kitchen.

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    McCherry

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

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    My wife and I celebrated our 24th wedding anniversary. The staff from top to bottom were top notch. The cocktails, our waiter Reagan, the chef and his kitchen the anti pasta, the primi, the secondi the dolce, the wine pairings, the decor and the setting all seamlessly combined to creat an authentic, and fantastic culinary experience (the best I have ever had in Toronto and Canada). What a great memory this created for my wife and I. Thank you!

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    NoahA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 15, 2023

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    Unbelievable food, amazing service, great atmosphere! Regan was an excellent server with great knowledge about the food and restaurant.

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    Nick

    Charleston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing experience. We had the al a cart and food was great. Carpaccio was a stand out. Wagyu beef melted in your mouth. Rigatoni Visuvio was an interesting take and recommend. If you are looking for a huge plate of food at cheap prices, this is not the place. The service was excellent and very professional. I would definitely go again and recommend to others.

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    PeterS

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 14, 2023

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    The signature tasting menu was very good and the service was excellent. Will definitely be back.

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    Eric

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 13, 2023

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    Highly recommend the wagyu in anyway. Great atmosphere and service.

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    Holly

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 13, 2023

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    went here for my partners birthday and had an absolutely fabulous time, the food was impeccable once in a lifetime opportunity for sure

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    Zoe1

    Las Vegas

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5

    Daughter returning overseas

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    AlexiH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 13, 2023

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    The service was excellent and discreet. We enjoyed the creativity of the cocktails. Each of the five courses were interesting and well-prepared. The flavors were amazing and the textures delighted the senses. The wine selection included our favorite Tuscan wine. We felt like our taste buds went on a wonderful journey.

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