Florette

Name: Florette
Address: 1168 Queen St W, Toronto, ON, Canada, M6J 1J5
Telephone: (647) 350-6848
Price range: CAN$51 and over
Rating: 4.6

4.6

128 Reviews

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary Canadian

Top tags:

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.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 8, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 17 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian, Tapas / Small Plates, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(647) 350-6848
Website
https://florettetoronto.com/
Dress Code
Casual Dress

Location
1168 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1J5
Neighbourhood
Queen West
Cross Street
Queen & Dovercourt
Parking Details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Popular dishes

What 128 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Toronto
Great for creative cocktails
Toronto
Contemporary Canadian

128 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Delicious food! The staff were super kind and friendly. The space is a bit small, so it can feel crowded, but the ambiance and food make up for it. I will come back. (:
FloretteResponded 3 days ago
Thanks so much for choosing to spend an evening with us and really appreciate the kind feedback :) Hope you'll join us again soon. If you do have a sec, it would help us a lot if you could leave a review on Google Maps too!
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OpenTable Diner
Edmonton
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 26, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service, great vibe. 10/10! Swordfish and cabbage was the highlight
FloretteResponded 3 days ago
Hi there! Thanks so much for choosing to spend an evening with us and really appreciate the kind feedback :) Hope you'll join us again soon. If you do have a sec, it would help us a lot if you could leave a review on Google Maps too!
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JIku
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The chefs choice menu was on point. Diverse and intriguing to the pallet doing all courses. The duck was exceptional, along with the strip loin. The service was wonderful as always, and the cocktails were on point as always.
FloretteResponded 3 days ago
Hello! Thanks so much for choosing to spend an evening with us and really appreciate the kind feedback :) Hope you'll join us again soon. If you do have a sec, it would help us a lot if you could leave a review on Google Maps too!
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RosieG
Raleigh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s rare for me to go to a restaurant and not be able to identify ingredients. There were flavour combinations that made me and my friend wonder what we were tasting because they were so unique and unexpected. Go now while you can still reserve a table… This place is gonna be booked up soon!
FloretteResponded on November 21, 2023
Thanks so much for choosing to spend an evening with us and really appreciate the kind feedback :) Hope you'll join us again soon. If you do have a sec, it would help us a lot if you could leave a review on Google Maps too!
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champ123
Toronto
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Sat at the bar - amazing service, great food / wine and recommendations, and beautiful space. Don't forget to look up! A bit tight for my liking especially at the bar, but a must try spot to in the city!
FloretteResponded on November 21, 2023
Thanks so much for choosing to spend an evening with us and really appreciate the kind feedback :) Hope you'll join us again soon. If you do have a sec, it would help us a lot if you could leave a review on Google Maps too!
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AM30
Toronto
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best dinner experience we’ve had in Toronto in a while, and we eat out a lot! Cannot recommend more highly.
FloretteResponded on November 16, 2023
Thanks so much for choosing to spend an evening with us and really appreciate the kind feedback :) Hope you'll join us again soon. If you do have a sec, it would help us a lot if you could leave a review on Google Maps too!
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berenice
Toronto
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We got the chef dinners and it was wonderful. We were full and satisfied. The service was impeccable . The duck was our favorite dish ! 100 % would recommend
FloretteResponded on November 16, 2023
Hi Berenice! Thanks so much for choosing to spend an evening with us and really appreciate the kind feedback :) Hope you'll join us again soon. If you do have a sec, it would help us a lot if you could leave a review on Google Maps too!
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Unreal dining experience. Get the tasting menu. Truly a viiiiiiiiibe all around
FloretteResponded on November 16, 2023
Thanks so much for choosing to spend an evening with us and really appreciate the kind feedback :) Hope you'll join us again soon. If you do have a sec, it would help us a lot if you could leave a review on Google Maps too!
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Chantel
Toronto
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our table of 4 had the Chef's Menu and it was absolutely amazing and delicious. Will definitely be going back!
FloretteResponded on November 8, 2023
Hi Chantel! Thanks so much for choosing to spend an evening with us and really appreciate the kind feedback :) Hope you'll join us again soon. If you do have a sec, it would help us a lot if you could leave a review on Google Maps too!
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Alexis
Toronto
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of our favorites in the city. Always an amazing experience, food is unbelievable and the bartenders are next level! 10/10 every time we are there
FloretteResponded on November 1, 2023
Hi Alexis! Thanks so much for choosing to spend an evening with us and really appreciate the kind feedback :) Hope you'll join us again soon. If you do have a sec, it would help us a lot if you could leave a review on Google Maps too!
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NatL
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Missed the mark of all the hype The vegetable dishes and bread were fantastic. Steak quality was grisly and very disappointing. Tables are too small, chairs too stiff making it hard to relax. Too bad.
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ELUI
Hong Kong
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I am a returning guest. My last visit was in July. The staff remains nice, friendly, and helpful. However, I was charged a $30 corkage fee. While they provided Burgundy glasses, they did not offer a decanter, which makes the $20 fee seem more reasonable. The food wasn't as enjoyable this time, especially the Rigatoni. It was creamier and had a better balance of sweet and spicy on my previous visit. Yesterday, the spice dominated the flavor, and it didn't taste as good. The Scallop Crudo was also disappointing. The scallop slices were already thin, and the addition of corn overpowered the delicate flavor of the scallop. It felt like a waste. Additionally, the $60 Charged for the medium striploin was disappointing. The steak was dry, and the mashed potatoes lacked any discernible flavor. At this point, I do not consider a third visit.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 23, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I took a date here and now we’re married and have six kids
FloretteResponded on November 1, 2023
We are glad your date went well! We really appreciate the kind feedback :) Hope you'll join us again soon. If you do have a sec, it would help us a lot if you could leave a review on Google Maps too!
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JackyBoy
Toronto
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent service from the moment we walked in. Friendly, skilled bartenders. Unique twists on menu items. Pretty ceiling!
FloretteResponded on October 23, 2023
Hi Jacky! Thanks so much for choosing to spend an evening with us and really appreciate the kind feedback :) Hope you'll join us again soon. If you do have a sec, it would help us a lot if you could leave a review on Google Maps too!
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SeemaG
Philadelphia
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible. This is going to be a regular dinner spot from now on!
FloretteResponded on November 1, 2023
Hello! Thanks so much for choosing to spend an evening with us and really appreciate the kind feedback :) Hope you'll join us again soon. If you do have a sec, it would help us a lot if you could leave a review on Google Maps too!
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OpenTable Diner
Ottawa
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always excellent food and the staff take extra care with allergies.
FloretteResponded on October 16, 2023
Thanks so much for choosing to spend an evening with us and really appreciate the kind feedback :) Hope you'll join us again soon. If you do have a sec, it would help us a lot if you could leave a review on Google Maps too!
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 5, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous all around. Great service, great setting, great people, delicious food.
FloretteResponded on October 13, 2023
Hi! Thanks so much for choosing to spend an evening with us and really appreciate the kind feedback :) Hope you'll join us again soon. If you do have a sec, it would help us a lot if you could leave a review on Google Maps too!
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JenS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 28, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a fabulous restaurant! The vibe is so great and the food/drink are phenomenal, BUT I must say the best part was the service! I'm embarrassed that I don't remember their name, but even through a power-outage they we amazing! 10/10 - will definitely return for the tasting menu (and the shots of tequila down the bone LOL).
FloretteResponded on October 3, 2023
Jen! Thanks so much for choosing to spend an evening with us and really appreciate the kind feedback :) Hope you'll join us again soon. If you do have a sec, it would help us a lot if you could leave a review on Google Maps too!
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waterboy
Toronto
17 reviews
vip
3.0
17 reviews
Dined on September 27, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I would definitely go back for drinks, and to try many of the different cocktail concoctions. Food-wise, the mushrooms and cabbage were great, the scallops were good. Unfortunately, they didn’t have sea bass…and both the swordfish and the steak were underwhelming.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 23, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best restaurants I’ve ever been to. Entire menu is to die for and the drinks are exquisite
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ninas
Toronto
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the very start of our visit, we felt very welcomed by the staff, since it’s a smaller place, the servers and other staff really try to make a great connection with you, and it just makes your experience 100x better. Our server Keiran (99% sure that’s correct) was one of the best servers we’ve ever had!
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OpenTable Diner
Naples
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 17, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food! Chose the "Chefs Menu" and did not disappoint! Would 100% go back! Also , the creamsicle cocktail was WILD! Staff are amazing and friendly and reservation was ON TIME which never happens!
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 16, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great price for tasting menu. Food and drink were fantastic. Staff were friendly.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I went here 2 days in a row! Truly a hidden gem, Florette exceeded all my expectations from ambience, service but most of all the simple yet elegant menu! I was visiting a friend from NYC and this took me back to the streets of Tribeca and the East Village. Yes!, if you’re looking for a cozy romantic dinner or catching up with old friends, the team is happy to host you in this tube of floral bounty. Akira, Harley and Xie, felt like my friends who were serving me at their house, service is blended with lovely conversation and always take their recommendations as they definitely know what’s up. On my first night, I was at the bar with Alex as my bartender and man does this guy put on a show, just him mixing drinks and serving them is a performance in itself! Day 1: I ordered the bone marrow (phenomenal stuff: how can one dish be a meal and bar food at the same time??? ) and enjoyed a few cocktails, the ones that stood out the most were the Tepache Colada and the Cucumber roll. Alex gave me a tester of his Jerk seasoned cocktail and said it would go live the next day. Day 2: I came for dinner this time, jerk cocktail was live woohoo! Me and a friend shared the heirloom tomatoes and she got the sea bass and me the Striploin (those mushrooms ❤️). Each one better than the last, a 10/10! Take a bow Jerry Zhang, Chef Mann, Jason Mcneely and team! I salute you for this fine dining experience. Thank you.
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RobinN
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Space: It’s a cozy place with cute atmosphere but the indoor dining tables are very small. My advice would be to book the booth with friends if given the option - looked more spacious and cozy. Food: I would recommend the rigatoni and the tomato’s labneh salad and the dessert was yummy. I would recommend the Fish over steak. Overall the food is tasty but some of it felt overpriced - the steak was dry and the mushrooms were not exciting. Worth going to once, but wont be running back any time soon for the high $200+ bill.
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AngieP
Tampa
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was outstanding! Each course better than the last. Only complaint is it's a very small place so it was a bit loud.
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Kristin
Toronto
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible. We ordered every single thing on the chefs menu, did tapa style with 6 people, every dish was 10/10.
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Diner
Toronto
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 26, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Lovely room! Food was great and ideal for sharing...if in a group, get the chefs special where you get multiple dishes. Value??? Not so much...a charge for bread to mop up all those delicious sauces? Come on! Cocktails were unique but very pricey for the size.
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TaraT
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 26, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sat at the bar and the bartenders provided great service and made the experience a great one!
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brookemel
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 25, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing dinner at Florette! We were running late but they were so kind and understanding, letting us know when the next reservation was and how much time we had. But we didn’t feel rushed at all. We started with bread and butter, scallop crudo (so fresh and bright) and the Manila clams (the nduja butter in the sauce was to die for). My boyfriend had the rigatoni which was cooked perfectly and the sauce was so rich. I had the sea bass and the skin was so crispy, the fish was juicy and the lemon aioli with the pease was also to die for. Our server was so lovely and she took great care of us! We will be back!
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PamM
Toronto
42 reviews
vip
4.0
42 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful experience dining at Florette. The dishes were innovative and full of flavour! Tables are a bit small for plates, wine, and the hefty cutlery - requires a bit of Jenga skills. Super service but would have appreciated plate replacement between all courses. Look forward to trying the next seasonal menu.
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service. Food was delicious. Cocktails were unique. Tried the tasting menu, and it’s worth a try.
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vino84
Toronto
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely service, food and atmosphere. Had a great time and will return.
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Jojo
Toronto
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was exceptional, and the food was so flavourful! Definitely recommend
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 17, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ambience is stunning, service was top tier, food and drinks were all on point.
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IanH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 13, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So delicious and great service Drinks were also great
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SushK
Toronto
3 reviews
vip
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Average place with average food. Manila clams were the highlight
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KerrieM
Toronto
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Florette is our local go to! Food is so yummy, and we’re always taken care of. It’s a must to try florette atleast once :)
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AliceL
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambience of patio is really beautiful and their food is really delicious. I would love to come back again. :)
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Patio567
Toronto
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Quickly becoming one of our favourites. Florette has interesting and delicious flavors. I recommend the fish - any fish on the menu
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Florette is rated 4.6 stars by 128 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

Dec 8, 2023

7:00 p.m.

Booked 17 times today

1168 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6J 1J5

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Queen & Dovercourt
Neighbourhood
Queen West
Hours of Operation
Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary Canadian, Tapas / Small Plates, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Parking Details
None
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

Website
https://florettetoronto.com/
Phone number
(647) 350-6848

Florette

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Popular dishes

Rigatoni

Marinated Mushrooms

Bone marrow

Menu

What 128 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising

Screening

FAQs

How is Florette restaurant rated?

Is Florette currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information