Toronto Food Scene: 12 Must-Try Restaurants

Toronto is one of the world's most multicultural cities with over 200 ethnicities. This diversity creates an incredible food scene with authentic cuisine from every corner of the globe.

1. Pai Northern Thai Kitchen

Cuisine: Thai
Location: Entertainment District
Must Order: Khao Soi, Pad Thai, Som Tum
Price: $$

The lineup is always long, but worth the wait. Authentic Northern Thai flavors in a lively atmosphere.

2. Buca Osteria & Bar

Cuisine: Italian
Location: King West
Must Order: Spaghetti Carbonara, Bucatini
Price: $$$

Handmade pasta that rivals anything in Italy. Their carbonara is legendary.

3. Richmond Station

Cuisine: Canadian
Location: Downtown
Must Order: Station Burger, Seasonal Menu
Price: $$

Chef-driven Canadian comfort food. The burger consistently wins "best in Toronto."

4. Pai (Multiple Locations)

Cuisine: Thai
Location: Various
Must Order: Pad See Ew, Green Curry
Price: $$

Sister restaurant to Pai Northern Thai, equally delicious.

5. Canoe Restaurant

Cuisine: Canadian Fine Dining
Location: 54th Floor TD Bank Tower
Must Order: Canadian Tasting Menu
Price: $$$$

Stunning city views paired with elevated Canadian cuisine. Perfect for special occasions.

6. Momofuku Noodle Bar

Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Location: University Avenue
Must Order: Ginger Scallion Noodles, Pork Buns
Price: $$

David Chang's famous chain serves incredible ramen and Asian-inspired dishes.

7. Seven Lives Tacos Y Mariscos

Cuisine: Mexican
Location: Kensington Market
Must Order: Grilled Fish Taco, Baja Shrimp Taco
Price: $

Tiny spot, huge flavors. Best fish tacos in Toronto, hands down.

8. Alo Restaurant

Cuisine: French Fine Dining
Location: Entertainment District
Must Order: 10-Course Tasting Menu
Price: $$$$

Toronto's most acclaimed restaurant. Book months in advance. Michelin-level dining.

9. Kinka Izakaya

Cuisine: Japanese
Location: Church Street
Must Order: Takoyaki, Yakitori, Japanese Whisky
Price: $$

Authentic Japanese pub with energetic atmosphere. They yell "Irasshaimase!" when you enter.

10. The Carbon Bar

Cuisine: BBQ
Location: Queen West
Must Order: Brisket, Ribs, Burnt Ends
Price: $$

Texas-style BBQ that rivals anything in Austin. Meat smoked on-site daily.

11. DaiLo

Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Location: Little Italy
Must Order: Chinese-Jamaican Patty, Kung Pao Cauliflower
Price: $$$

Creative Asian fusion by Top Chef Canada winner. Inventive and delicious.

12. Scaramouche Restaurant

Cuisine: French
Location: Midtown
Must Order: Coconut Cream Pie
Price: $$$$

Old-school fine dining done right. The coconut cream pie is legendary.