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La Fenice, Toronto, ON

La Fenice

4.6
4.6
779 Reviews
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Italian
Set in the heart of the Entertainment District since 1984, we at La Fenice, are proud to be creating the ultimate Italian fine-dining experience!

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 8 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 585-2377
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Owned/operated by
    Asian & Pacific Islander, LGBTQ, Middle Eastern, South Asian, Women
  • Executive Chef
    Thabo Sivanesan
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room accommodates up to 45 guests for a seated dinner. The beautifully appointed room has a private bar and a separate entrance to King Street.For Inquiries please contact admin@lafenice.ca
  • Private party contact
    Greg Butters: (416) 585-2377
  • Neighbourhood
    Entertainment District
  • Cross Street
    Widmer Street - TIFF Lightbox Building
  • Parking Details
    Hyatt Hotel or TIFF Bell Lightbox both offer public parking. Both entrances are on Widmer Street.
  • Public Transit
    St. Andrew Subway Station TTC - Streetcar - 504 King Westbound
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wine

What 779 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Old Toronto

    Great for fine wines

  • Old Toronto

    Italian

779 Reviews
  1. MaxP

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food2service5ambience5
    My main course was seafood risotto. Mainly risotto and very little seafood. Two shrimp which were good. The mussels were small dry. And. nonexistent. One or two clams also small and fishy. I think $38 for mainly rice was a bit exhorbitant. The veal scalopiny with mushrooms was much better dish to enjoy.

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  2. RichardC

    Ottawa

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I haven't been back to La fenice in over 10 years and it did not disappoint. A great evening for a Friday night meal with seabass and pasta..

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  3. ThomasM

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is the first time that we dined at La Fenice and you can bet that we will be back. We were treated with the utmost of courtesy from the moment we walked in to the moment we left. The serving of bruschetta and fresh bread before our meal was a beautiful ,added, treat. The meals that we ordered were not only homemade, but sensational. The service is second to none. Everyone we came into contact, was professional, polite, and very welcoming. This is a must dine here restaurant.

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  4. MADELEINEL

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    I can highly recommend la Fenice for consistently great food and good service. Good wine selection too.

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  5. MikeC

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Wonderful main course in terms of flavors, temperature and portion size. Wait staff very appropriate.

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  6. GaryY

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Didn’t enjoy sitting by the door but overall a good experience with good food

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  7. ElizabethB

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always love the Italian food at La Fenice. They also have excellent wines.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Exceptional service and very friendly vibe. Great food!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience1
    The restaurant was cold!!! We were not impressed with service. Waiter didn’t offer parmesan cheese when brought entree. It took over 35 minutes to get lunch. Very disappointing for the price.

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  10. ChristopherB

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great location for a classic Italian restaurant. Wonderfully curated menu, great wine list. We had the best Ceasar salad either of us had had. Our entrees were great. I asked for a dessert that I have had there in the past (zagliabone) which was off the menu, but the chef made it as a special request and it was PHENOMENAL! Whenever I am in Toronto I go to La Fenice. But, make your reservations EARLY. La Fenice books up fast.

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  11. Michelled

    Toronto

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    We were seated by the server station where they hovered over us and chatted while we ate. Not ideal. My mushroom risotto was good however a bit harder than my liking. My husband’s sirloin steak however was not great he said it was fatty and he rarely complains about his meal so I knew it wasn’t good. At $52 you would think it would be good. It also came with one baby potato cut in half and a few bland vegetables. Not great overall but it was close to the theatre. Next time we go to the theatre we will book dinner weeks in advance rather than week of. Would not be back here.

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  12. RobertL

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent great service and wonderful experience will be back

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  13. SharonS

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my first time at the restaurant and it was an excellent experience. Thank you

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  14. LyndaT

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful list of specials for the day. Great food, well presented. Service was attentive but not intrusive.

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  15. Redhead

    Toronto

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was excellent: food, service and ambiance! Thank you!

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  16. LindaS

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved our experience at La Fenice. They were awesome with our need for Celiac friendly menu options. We will be back.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food with friendly service. I would highly recommend .

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  18. LynnR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed the atmosphere, attentive service and delicious food.

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  19. SandyH

    Fort Lauderdale

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is always delicious and our server(s) outstanding.

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  20. ValerieS

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was great, food outstanding. Has been a favourite for years. Never disappoints.

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  21. DanyW

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience5
    Was very yummy . The service was alright however the staff should wear long serving aprons. Never nice to have a dirty uniform during service.

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  22. FFGT

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We enjoy your restaurant and have always had a good time, however last night my wife’s dinner was not up to your regular standards. Her meal was one of the most expensive on your menu. She received 3 luke warm shrimps and a singular floweret of broccoli, cauliflower and 2 carrots all of which were cold and very undercooked. She did not enjoy her meal. Our friends liked their food and mine was very good. The wine was also very good, but my wife was not happy and if she hadn’t had an appetizer, she would have been hungry.

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  23. MaryF

    Toronto

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious, traditional Italian. Easy to hear what your dinner companions are saying!

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  24. RobertP

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Reception of client was great, customer attention is better than most and food quality and presentation is exquisite.

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  25. AnneC

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My favourite Italian cuisine restaurant in Toronto! Doesn’t disappoint!

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were looking for an Italian dinner. We made a 5:30pm same day reservation We were offered complimentary bread and a delicious piece of bruschetta each. We ordered 2 pasta dishes. We loved both dishes. We finished with a crème brûlée. Our waiter Stephen was great and helped make our meal an excellent experience.

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  27. Ashh

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    10/10 experience. Will definitely be back again soon!

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  28. RitaD

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Always love this place for food and service. Worth checking out.

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  29. Peter

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The ambiance is warm and classy, the service friendly and without upselling pressure, the food (pasta, seafood) was first class, fresh ingredients and delicious!

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  30. TomD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A delicious dining experience in an excellent location. A quiet, relaxing atmosphere.

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  31. Diner1

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    A good restaurant for family gatherings. Good food.

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  32. Mig2

    Atlantic Canada

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous food and great service! Can't wait to revisit!!!

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  33. bostonginger

    Greater Boston

    62 reviews

    4.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    fettuccine and salmon dish was delicious; I imagine all of their pastas are excellent. the grilled salmon with vegetables needed more seasoning and some sort of sauce/marinade

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good times good food

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  35. RyanS

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience5
    We were let down a bit by the food. Thought portions and flavours could be better.

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  36. LauraM

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    Food was not to par. This was not fine Italian cooking. Pricing for the quality was high. Risotto tasted like the rice was boiled int advanced then seasoned with seafood. The pasta was better but nothing to write home about. I came to this restaurant a few months ago and it has just gone down. Too bad as the location is great before the theater.

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  37. RobertoH

    Tampa

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a must go when we visit the area. Enjoy the service

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  38. Canman

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an enjoyable evening, never rushed and would come back.

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  39. Massimo

    Munich

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for diner with splendid advice of wines. Will return thanks to Roberto. Grazie da Livorno

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  40. Mandamus

    Toronto

    12 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    Excellent food and a nice place, marred by simply bizarrely poor service. Not lacking in attentiveness nor effort, but just shockingly poorly-trained for this level of restaurant. Our main server consistently struggled to open bottles of wine. Another server decided to directly dispense ground pepper onto an empty plate... and those are just the highlights. Just deeply strange.

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FAQs

La Fenice does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. La Fenice also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 585-2377.

La Fenice is rated 4.6 stars by 779 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for La Fenice

319 King St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1J5

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Widmer Street - TIFF Lightbox Building
  • Neighbourhood
    Entertainment District
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Parking Details
    Hyatt Hotel or TIFF Bell Lightbox both offer public parking. Both entrances are on Widmer Street.
  • Public Transit
    St. Andrew Subway Station TTC - Streetcar - 504 King Westbound
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Owned/operated by
    Asian & Pacific Islander, LGBTQ, Middle Eastern, South Asian, Women
  • Executive Chef
    Thabo Sivanesan
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wine
  • Phone number
    (416) 585-2377
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room accommodates up to 45 guests for a seated dinner. The beautifully appointed room has a private bar and a separate entrance to King Street.For Inquiries please contact admin@lafenice.ca
  • Private party contact
    Greg Butters: (416) 585-2377
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