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Best Italian restaurants in Canada
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Milano Pizzeria
Avanti Trattoria
Navona Pizzeria
Pizza Nova
Grano Ristorante
La Scala Ristorante
IL Covo Trattoria
Oretta King West
Trattoria Taverniti
La Fenice
Tutti Matti
Magic Pizza
Reviews
Went here because it was close to “Track and Field”. Good thing we made reservations because it’s very small. That being said, the food was amazing, the service was fantastic, even though there was only one server because of a sick call. Pizza was out of this world. Would highly recommend.
Our go to Pizza place as long as I can remember...
Great pizza, our family's "comfort food" and a weekly staple.
These guys care and treat their customers like family!
Never compromised quality and consistently magical!
Great pizza, our family's "comfort food" and a weekly staple.
These guys care and treat their customers like family!
Never compromised quality and consistently magical!
Ordered a pizza and garlic loaf. Everything was good until I bit into my garlic loaf and I noticed tiny bits of foil on the loaf.
Had my girlfriends dinner there last night. Everything was absolutely perfect! The atmosphere and ambiance was class.
Our server was efficient, friendly and very hospitable.
Most importantly the food was the best part!! The meatballs and calamari were absolutely spot on.
The mains courses (veal and risotto). The portions were very generous and extremely tasty. Something that Nonna would prepare.
At one point no body was talking and ALL plates were practically licked clean.
Tremendous job all around 👏. We'll definitely be back!
Our server was efficient, friendly and very hospitable.
Most importantly the food was the best part!! The meatballs and calamari were absolutely spot on.
The mains courses (veal and risotto). The portions were very generous and extremely tasty. Something that Nonna would prepare.
At one point no body was talking and ALL plates were practically licked clean.
Tremendous job all around 👏. We'll definitely be back!
One of the best takeout pizza spots in the city. The pizza is thin crust and tastes very close to what you would find in Italy. Slightly more on the expensive side when compared to the cheap takeout pizzas, but it's worth the money. The ingredients were of high quality and the crust was cooked perfectly.
Excellent italian food along with a great atmosphere. Very nice ambient night vibes. The waitresses seemed a little dismissive, but can't blame them as it was Valentine's and there was a lot guests. Still would highly recommend!
Nice Italian restaurant, not upscale, not a chain (nice), just straightforward casual dining. Lots of seating. Good variety on the menu and the food is hot and tasty. Good wine list. Our server was helpful and friendly. Small parking lot beside the restaurant. They took our last minute reservation for dinner on December 30th no problem. Really made our evening as we had just cancelled elsewhere and tried here based on a previous experience.
Haven't been to Avanti since the start of the pandemic but we were regulars until that time. Took my father in law here for a post Christmas dinner (12/27/2023) and as usual, we were not disappointed. I really have to commend our waitress, Wanda. She went above and beyond. She was attentive and friendly. The first was stellar. It was my first time trying the lasagna and it was delicious. All the food was good. So much value for the money!
Good spot for a quick slice. Pizza doesn’t look spectacular but tastes great. Good value for 5$ a slice.
I love the old guy that cooks all the pizza here's a nice man
Our family went for our Christmas dinner at La Scala. We have been there before for dinner and also had my daughter's Communion and Confirmation there. We have had great experiences before so decided to have our Christmas dinner there.
Biggest mistake EVER !!! The service was terrible. We were all there for 4 hrs. Took forever, and the food was terrible. The portions were extremely small and everyone was still hungry when we left.
If you need to go for a family function , GO SOMEWHERE ELSE. Very unprofessional and rude to everyone. 20% tip added to each of our bills which should have been 18%. Don't get me wrong if the food and service was great I wouldn't mind paying the money . For my family alone it was almost $600. I felt so bad for the rest of my family. They were all disappointed.
My husband called the next day and said if she would do anything. Again she was rude and said she was busy. Offered 5% back on our tip. What a joke. Not worth our time. We were returning customers and we were treated like garbage.
Biggest mistake EVER !!! The service was terrible. We were all there for 4 hrs. Took forever, and the food was terrible. The portions were extremely small and everyone was still hungry when we left.
If you need to go for a family function , GO SOMEWHERE ELSE. Very unprofessional and rude to everyone. 20% tip added to each of our bills which should have been 18%. Don't get me wrong if the food and service was great I wouldn't mind paying the money . For my family alone it was almost $600. I felt so bad for the rest of my family. They were all disappointed.
My husband called the next day and said if she would do anything. Again she was rude and said she was busy. Offered 5% back on our tip. What a joke. Not worth our time. We were returning customers and we were treated like garbage.
Awesome food! Went here to celebrate a birthday and loved it. The atmosphere is really cool, and the 7 course meal was delicious. Really enjoyed ourselves and will be back!
Such a cute lil restaurant, super cozy. Highly recommend you make a reservation before going. The employees there are sooo lovely and adorable. Pastas were really good! You probably can’t go wrong with those!
Best pizza around! Everyone is friendly and wonderful whether on the phone or in person. Menu has many options to choose from as well. Definitely recommend!
This restaurant is really out of touch, and the older patrons reflect this way of thinking. Very mediocre food but with downtown prices. Ordered veal scallopini and it was so tough I thought it was sliced pork. Vegetables on the side were uncooked and straight from a vegetable platter you'd get with ranch dip at a grocery stroe. Risotto was watery instead of creamy.
This restaurant has no right to charge 30+ for pasta or even exist on King West (maybe a suburb strip mall plaza would be a more fitting locale) when so many other better, innovative restaurants are just down the steet, but I guess they are kept afloat by long term customers who don't know any better.
Service was kind, but lethargic, 2 stars because at least it didn't give me food poisoning, and cocktails were better than expected - much more palatable than the food.
This restaurant has no right to charge 30+ for pasta or even exist on King West (maybe a suburb strip mall plaza would be a more fitting locale) when so many other better, innovative restaurants are just down the steet, but I guess they are kept afloat by long term customers who don't know any better.
Service was kind, but lethargic, 2 stars because at least it didn't give me food poisoning, and cocktails were better than expected - much more palatable than the food.
As intimate weddings become more of the norm in Toronto, Oretta has become to 'go to' location for couples looking to combine incredible food and stylish decor for their special day. We can't say enough of how friendly and accommodating the staff is and their attention to ensuring everyone, including wedding vendors, are taken care of! They are super flexible and allow couples to use the multiple spaces for photos even on busy weekend nights. We love shooting intimate weddings here and look forward to the next time we're back!
I have enjoyed every dining experience I've ever had at Grano over the last ~6 years. I don't generally post reviews, but my most recent experience was so outstanding, I felt it was worth mentioning. As a past customer I know reservations are the way to go, but I had a colleague in town on short notice so we dropped in. We were warmly greeted, and informed there were 2 large parties in front of us, so there would be a wait. We were just happy there was a table as their Pollo Amore is worth any wait! Our waitress was extremely pleasant and mixed us some unique and fantastic martinis as we enjoyed the warm and cozy atmosphere. After a delicious meal, we had the Toblerone creme brulee and cheesecake. An excellent end to an excellent night!
The pickup service was fast and the staff was professional. However, the pizza was overly salty and the wings could have been better and larger for the price. There's room for improvement in taste and portion size.
I went to the pizza nova in Dundas Whitby and ordered a medium pizza with cheese pineapple and green peppers. They delivered my pizza and the pizza I received was ABSOLUTELY SHOCKING I looked at the pizza and some were flipped over, toppings weren’t on the pizza properly and it looked like they dropped it 3 TIMES I called the pizza nova customer service and they were VERY DISRESPECTFUL When they spoke to me he put me on hold and then hung up I called him back DEMANDING my money back and a new pizza he said he can give me credit but not a new pizza so I compared them to pizza pizza and hung up after saying just give me my pizza I’m hungry and it took over an hour just to get me a new pizza and come back. the driver gave me so much attitude and told me he didn’t drop it but he clearly did. When I got my new pizza it looked decent but when I bit into it it was burnt the crust was as hard as a brick and the tomato sauce was chunky and there were random pieces of onion when I did not order it.
The just better have not spit on my pizza…
The just better have not spit on my pizza…
This location makes a great pizza. The ingredients are always fresh, cheese on point, and sauce to cheese ratio is perfect. Great people also. Highly recommend.
Great experience! Excellent food. House wines are great! Service was good. Daniella (spl?) is the bar tender but she also waited on us. Her drinks are top notch. Best espresso martini my wife ever had…we now know the secret! ;)
Grilled Calamari appetizer. Half moon ricotta stuffed pasta for me (vodka style “red” sauce) and my wife had an amazing veal dish (veal was unbelievably tender). I think all veal dishes are great.
Italian house wines pair with perfection to the menu.
Grilled Calamari appetizer. Half moon ricotta stuffed pasta for me (vodka style “red” sauce) and my wife had an amazing veal dish (veal was unbelievably tender). I think all veal dishes are great.
Italian house wines pair with perfection to the menu.
I have heard nothing but great things about this place so decided to order takeout for the first time. I have to admit, we were disappointed. We ordered 2 Fettuccine Alfredo dinners (28$ each!) - although the staff were friendly and the restaurant atmosphere was very inviting during pick-up, both of our dinner portions were on the small side and were completely unseasoned! Not sure if this is normal? Not even salt or pepper, just literally white sauce with noodles and plain shrimp and chicken breast thrown into an aluminum tray. It was very surprising considering I spent $76 after tip. I will say, after seasoning my own meal and forgetting about the underwhelming presentation, the food was very tasty and good quality. We just wish it came with a larger portion too for the price, as we were left hungry and wanting more! Perhaps dine in is the way to go to get a better meal experience.
Lovely little "mom and pop" place. Food is tasty. Portion sizes were decent. A little small/tight but that contributes to its very family like feel.
We have been a regular customer for years, every Tuesday night. We just had the worst service when I called to ask where our pizza was after an hour. I was told to just order from somewhere else cause I didn’t seem happy. We have always tipped well, and ordered regularly. I have never been so disappointed, I had grown to enjoy the regular delivery person and I would have almost gone as far to say he was a friend.
Update: received a call from a very respectful and apologetic (owner)maybe. He has rectified the situation and we will continue to be customers.
Update: received a call from a very respectful and apologetic (owner)maybe. He has rectified the situation and we will continue to be customers.
Great customer service, all the staff awesome pizza and chicken wings, fast delivery hot pizza polite delivery driver, thanks guys keep it up 👍
This is one awesome pizza place!! Sometimes we get pizza sometimes panzarotti. Either one is great!! Give them a try. Ned & his staff are great!!! They work hard back behind the counter making pizza, panzerottis, wings. & many more things here. Great family business to support.
We meant to go to the restaurant next door but they were fully booked for the hour, So we decided to try this place since we were told they had the same kitchen and menu. And they did not disappoint. This place has some of the best pizza in the city and on Little Italy. This neopolitan pizza is fantastic but needs to be eaten hot and right away. Not ideal for takeout.
Mario went above and beyond our expectations as our server. My friend and I ordered a Romaine Caesar salad to share. He came out with two already portioned out salad as our appetizer, which was unexpected and we appreciate his thoughtfulness.
We ordered the spicy shrimp linguine as well as the linguine with mixed seafood. It was great portion and lots of seafood, the tastes was great and the pasta was al dente.
Everything was perfect for lunch, thank you for a great meal and service!
We ordered the spicy shrimp linguine as well as the linguine with mixed seafood. It was great portion and lots of seafood, the tastes was great and the pasta was al dente.
Everything was perfect for lunch, thank you for a great meal and service!
Classic Italian: fresh, locally sourced ingredients,homemade everything: the pasta, the focaccia bread, the tapenade. I had the legendary puttanesca and it was delicious. The servings are generous, the servers attentive. Such a pleasant room to enjoy a lovely meal. You need a reservation…it is popular for all the right reasons.
We do a take out all the time. Tonight we ordered for 3 of us, one a visitor from Montreal, hubbies brother). My hubby has always said, pizza just isn’t the same here as in Montreal. We ordered 2 large, our usual….it was totally amazing. Even our visitor agreed….he loved it as well! If anyone doesn’t know, pizza is usually great there, if you are from Montreal, according to the natives! Anyhow, tonight was amazing, thank you again Navona! Was all gone before we could take pictures! The choices below were not what we ordered, we always get dbl: sauce, cheese, pepperoni, thin crust and well done with onions, mushrooms and peppers.
Service was very professional and quick. Never waited for anything. The food was good, a great meal, but not outstanding for what I consider somewhat expensive. I had the Shrimp and Rapini linguine and my friend had veal scallops one. Atmosphere was very nice, I’d say romantic. Felt quite formal.
This place is everything it bills itself up to be and more,
We visited on October 28th for my birthday.
The ambience was great, fantastic drinks and fantastic menu.
We had the chef's tasting menu, the portions were huge, quality was out of the world.
The service was amazing, had a lovely lady from the Philippines ( I forgot her name 😟) taking care of us. She was warm and friendly, had great drink recommendations!!!
Thanks for making my birthday memorable.
We visited on October 28th for my birthday.
The ambience was great, fantastic drinks and fantastic menu.
We had the chef's tasting menu, the portions were huge, quality was out of the world.
The service was amazing, had a lovely lady from the Philippines ( I forgot her name 😟) taking care of us. She was warm and friendly, had great drink recommendations!!!
Thanks for making my birthday memorable.
The food was ok nothing special at all, I had better Italian food at other restaurants.
The service was not good and we expected to have a better service.
We got the Sea food pasta and it was overcooked!
We also ordered Domenico pizza which was very salty…
Buratta was fine.
We wanted to order the dessert but ended up going to another place since the service was not good.
The service was not good and we expected to have a better service.
We got the Sea food pasta and it was overcooked!
We also ordered Domenico pizza which was very salty…
Buratta was fine.
We wanted to order the dessert but ended up going to another place since the service was not good.
Food on another level! My wife and I are G-F but there were plenty of options. We split a salad, an entree and dessert and it was a great plenty. The Barbbara wine was perfect. The wait staff was very knowledgeable and professional. The chocolate mousse was the best I have ever tasted!
good pasta and great service. Really good coffee and amazing tiramisu- highly highly recommend!
Didn’t much enjoy the wrapped figs and found the lightly sauced pastas a bit bland. But will always come back for the tiramisu!
Didn’t much enjoy the wrapped figs and found the lightly sauced pastas a bit bland. But will always come back for the tiramisu!
A Culinary Journey at Avanti Trattoria. Avanti Trattoria is a gem that deserves every bit of praise and recognition. From the moment I stepped through its doors, I was welcomed in a warm and friendly atmosphere, supported by outstanding service and an array of unforgettable dishes. Their butternut squash ravioli left me absolutely delighted. It's a culinary masterpiece that deserves its place among the pantheon of outstanding Italian dishes.Before diving into the ravioli, our evening commenced with the bruschetta and Caprese salad, a perfect way to tantalize the taste buds! the delectable Lasagna, and the irresistible Gnocchi were equally outstanding and showcased the true essence of Italian cuisine. of course, no meal is complete without indulging in a decadent dessert, and Avanti's Profiteroles dessert is a showstopper. This heavenly creation combines the lightness of delicate cream puffs with a luscious filling that oozes with rich, velvety cream and hints of contrasting flavours. Beyond the awesome dishes, the attentive and knowledgeable staff elevate the dining experience. Avanti is an Incredible culinary experience that will leave you yearning to return time and time again.
Very good pizza.When eating there was a nice crunch making the pizza stand out.very nice workers overall very very good highly recommend
Incredibly Romantic.
My wife and I only had one opportunity to have dinner in Mississauga and we are so glad we found Grano Ristorante and they had room for us. It's a tiny little place but filled to the brim with atmosphere. From the moment we stepped in the door we knew we had found something special.
We were quickly seated, tucked away in a little corner. The Caprese was recommended to us for a starter so we had to try it, it had great flavor and the mozzarella had a perfect texture.
For main course we went with two of their features, the Ravioli in Rosé sauce danced across my tastebuds, I could not get enough of that sauce, I literally cleaned my plate. My wife got a chicken feature with red sauce that she has not stopped talking about hours later. She loves red sauce and insists its better than her own Italian grandmother's. We were completely stuffed afterwards and couldn't make room for dessert but they sounded homemade and delicious.
I could never say enough positive things about the service. We truly felt welcome and taken care of in a way that made us feel at home in a city we have never visited before.
Bring someone you love to Grano Ristorante, they deserve it. Just consider calling ahead because it seems like other people know how special this place is too.
My wife and I only had one opportunity to have dinner in Mississauga and we are so glad we found Grano Ristorante and they had room for us. It's a tiny little place but filled to the brim with atmosphere. From the moment we stepped in the door we knew we had found something special.
We were quickly seated, tucked away in a little corner. The Caprese was recommended to us for a starter so we had to try it, it had great flavor and the mozzarella had a perfect texture.
For main course we went with two of their features, the Ravioli in Rosé sauce danced across my tastebuds, I could not get enough of that sauce, I literally cleaned my plate. My wife got a chicken feature with red sauce that she has not stopped talking about hours later. She loves red sauce and insists its better than her own Italian grandmother's. We were completely stuffed afterwards and couldn't make room for dessert but they sounded homemade and delicious.
I could never say enough positive things about the service. We truly felt welcome and taken care of in a way that made us feel at home in a city we have never visited before.
Bring someone you love to Grano Ristorante, they deserve it. Just consider calling ahead because it seems like other people know how special this place is too.
This is one of the top restaurants in the city. By the best italian place within the City of Victoria.
Food:
Portion sizes are large and fair for the pricing. Food is made fresh in-house, and the seafood doesn't taste fishy at all. Even the shellfish wasn't bad, and I am not a shellfish person generally.
Atmosphere and table:
It is a very small restaurant but It's an open concept which makes it feel very spacious. There are no booths within. There are only tables and chairs. During the summertime, they have a very nice patio.
Service:
Service is excellent as you would expect in fine dining. The only con on this aspect is the popularity of the restaurant on the same day? Reservations are hard to come by. Be prepared to be planning out at least a week in advance.
On the day of your reservation, you might end up waiting for a table to leven though you made a reservation. The staff gives you 3 hours for your table/reservation before they ask you to leave. So if the table prior to you is running late, you will have to wait for them.
Food:
Portion sizes are large and fair for the pricing. Food is made fresh in-house, and the seafood doesn't taste fishy at all. Even the shellfish wasn't bad, and I am not a shellfish person generally.
Atmosphere and table:
It is a very small restaurant but It's an open concept which makes it feel very spacious. There are no booths within. There are only tables and chairs. During the summertime, they have a very nice patio.
Service:
Service is excellent as you would expect in fine dining. The only con on this aspect is the popularity of the restaurant on the same day? Reservations are hard to come by. Be prepared to be planning out at least a week in advance.
On the day of your reservation, you might end up waiting for a table to leven though you made a reservation. The staff gives you 3 hours for your table/reservation before they ask you to leave. So if the table prior to you is running late, you will have to wait for them.
My wife and I had our elopement dinner here and it was wonderful! We got seated at a beautiful table, they were flexible when we arrived later than anticipated, Victoria was an attentive server, everyone seemed to have enjoyed their food and the icing on the cake was when they put sparklers in our wedding desserts.
I had been in touch with the restaurant prior to make sure everything ran smoothly, and it did! I’ve only been to this resto twice before, and each time it has been wonderful.
Thank you to the entire team for such a memorable evening!
I had been in touch with the restaurant prior to make sure everything ran smoothly, and it did! I’ve only been to this resto twice before, and each time it has been wonderful.
Thank you to the entire team for such a memorable evening!
Food was delicious. Had the agnolloti in a rose sauce. Service was good but took awhile. I called 30min before and had to wait another 15. Also on the pricey side for what I got.
Went to this amazing nook in Victoria downtown during my short trip to the Islands. Was lucky to get a seating on the bar counter as we didn’t make a reservation but the food was so great. Loved the cocktails, especially the season special. Highly highly recommended this place if you’re in town. Don’t forget to make a reservation.
They serve Dinner only.
They serve Dinner only.
We just finished a pizza that was absolutely perfect. The perfect ratio of ingredients, perfect texture of crust. Absolutely the best. We were a little concerned as the last time we ordered a few months ago it was less than stellar. It was disappointing as we have been ordering from Magic Pizza for a few years and always enjoyed it. They came back today and knocked it out of the park. Thanks so much!!!
DONT EAT FROM HERE! I caught the pizza guy picking his nose. I called him out on it and he just shrugged his shoulders. I left right away. You've been warned....
Haven't been here in years and the interior has changed so much however food is still delicious. Came for a pre-show dinner as it's so close to the theater. Enjoyed our meal as well as some post-dinner drinks. Server was knowledgeable and friendly. Will come back again.
I’ve eaten a lot of pizza, this was the first pizza in along time I haven’t had to load with creamy garlic dip. Bomb pizza. Cheese curds we’re great. Wings were a little over sauced but good! Also try the house creamy garlic dip!!
Came here for an early dinner during a trip to Toronto. We made a reservation for 5p, right at opening time, so we could make it to our walking tour on time. So glad we tried this restaurant! We were sat right away, the server was super attentive. We received complimentary bread (the good, crusty kind!) with butter and bruschetta! We tried three different entries and all were delicious! My favorite was the agnolotti hands down! The sauce was creamy and flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly! The chicken Milanese was pretty good. The chicken was a little over cooked and tough but the sauce was tasty. The veggies were perfectly cooked, a little Al dente, just like I like. The fettuccine bolognese was delicious too. I am not a fan of veal but I honestly wouldn’t even know it wasn’t beef. The sauce was super flavorful and the fettuccine was cooked perfectly. Really loved the setting too. The design is muted but elegant. I would definitely give this a try if you’re in the area and want a nice meal out.
Nice spot on King, compared to a lot of places on King the food quality was great. They have good selection of seafood items on the menu so I'll be returning for some seafood again. All of the dishes were good and also desserts.
Our server was very attentive and friendly. Thank you 😊
Our server was very attentive and friendly. Thank you 😊
Randomly picked this place for a business lunch. Food and service were excellent. Everything we tried was top notch. Will visit again. Food was so good I forgot to take a picture except for the empty plate.
Price -> portion -> value is not there hence the 3 stars, this is based on two dishes. The Burger absolutely delicious with a great base sauce and red cabbage, just could have been 10-20% larger. A big miss on the egg and pickled on overall value just at the end with the price I would say to myself hey I could have done this at home for 5$ , and I eat out don't get me wrong and sometimes a perfectly made egg just drives a point home this dish didn't.
Great atmosphere and service
Ooohh street parking wasn't easy at 12 noon on a Sunday so be ready to spend 15$ on parking spots around the area
Great atmosphere and service
Ooohh street parking wasn't easy at 12 noon on a Sunday so be ready to spend 15$ on parking spots around the area
First time visit and without a reservation on a Monday evening. So happy they were able to accommodate us (table for 2) as we were celebrating an anniversary. The decor of the restaurant is really rustic and cozy, perfect for a date night. The food was delicious and you can tell that it is all homemade. We had the gnocchi and ravioli as well as the Caesar salad and calamari to start. The tiramisu was also very yummy, light and fluffy. Service was also great, we didn’t wait too long for our food even though it was a full house. Can’t wait to return to try their other food options, everything on the menu sounded delicious. Would definitely recommend but make a reservation in advance.
What a find! I was looking for Italian for dinner in a relaxed setting and little did I know I’d be transported to Tuscany! Served by the owner Alida whose warm personality only added to our great experience. I enjoyed the the finti to start and then the wild boar ragu with lovely fresh tagliatelle. For dessert I had the night’s special - a olive oil cake with plumbs served with rice pudding gelato. Delish! I will be back.
This pizza place is definitely among the best in town, both in terms of quality and price. One nice thing about them, unlike many places these days, they don't bombard you with tip options on their card scanner when you're just there for a pickup. However, one thing I'd like to bring up is that I couldn't find a menu for regular pizza options one their website, I had to call in to find it out (but I could have missed it).
If you're not in a rush, this is a very good restaurant. Slow service… Great food..
As the stars and the reviews show, this restaurant does not disappoint. You may even feel like you just stepped into a hidden corner trattoria in quaint town in Italy. All the dishes look amazing! My beginning antipasti to my seafood connoli was absolutely fantastic as with my ending pleasure of a creme brulee. Delicious Perfection.
I have now eaten here twice and both times it was absolutely delicious! I want to eat my way through the entire pasta and pizza menu. I have had the gnocchi al formaggi and the butternut squash ravioli. Both 5 stars but I would definitely pick the gnocchi again as the sauce was just a little bit richer and creamier. The service is also great and they were so accommodating for making tweaks to menu items for some pickier family members we were dining with. This will be a new staple place for me for sure.
Super good restaurant, the main dish was excellent, classic but a bit different, and the shrimps were buttery and a bit spicy. The wine served was delicious as well. Amazing service too, the servers were very courteous and helpful. I would definitely come back for sure! I only removed one star because the apetizers' prices were too high.
I wanted freshly made pasta, so we found this place. It was delicious! I had a dirty gray goose martini with extra olives. The drink was good, but the olives were tiny and had pits. Maybe just get some wine instead. Do not let this deter you, though, because the service and food are fantastic. My husband had the spicy arribatta pasta, and I had the chicken parm but with the fettuccine instead of the penne because the fettuccine was made there. I also tried their rose sauce, which was tasty. The portion sizes are big, I couldn't finish mine. It was all really enjoyable. I'd go again.
We did not have a reservation but were grateful that there was room at the bar at 8:45 pm. The service was exceptional. Our server was never intrusive and was always there when needed. He gave great recommendations. We had the Lasagna and the Gorgonzola and Walnut Gnocchi. We also tried the Strawberry Gazpacho special and the caesar salad. All were excellent. parking on the street only. We circled a couple of times before finding a place. Probably a place to leave the kids at home.
They have the best lasagna I've ever had! Been there a couple times now and it's the first thing I order :)
Very quaint place with friendly staff. Near the airport so if you're staying nearby I definitely recommend you check them out.
Very quaint place with friendly staff. Near the airport so if you're staying nearby I definitely recommend you check them out.
Beautiful restaurant. Excellent food. Highly recommend sitting in the garden and ordering the chef’s choice which consists of four courses served family-style. At $65 per person you get a ton of food. The presentation is stunning! For dessert you get a whole assortment of goodies. 100% get the mushroom risotto, it was the highlight of our evening.
By far the best meal I have eaten in Toronto. From the appetizers right through to the dessert and cappuccino at the end of the night, everything was fantastic. The staff here were fantastic, even dealing with moving my group from the terrace indoors without issue when it started to rain. I will definitely be back anytime I am in Toronto.
I’ve dined here a number of times and the service is always amazing. They’re super accommodating for large groups and I love that they’re on OpenTable.
Their food is okay but the service and atmosphere makes up for it. They have a nice Happy Hour menu Monday-Fridays from 4-7. They also have a brunch menu but most their items on the brunch menu aren’t what you’d typically expect for brunch.
Oretta is nice if you’re looking for a non-pretentious spot to eat on King West!
Their food is okay but the service and atmosphere makes up for it. They have a nice Happy Hour menu Monday-Fridays from 4-7. They also have a brunch menu but most their items on the brunch menu aren’t what you’d typically expect for brunch.
Oretta is nice if you’re looking for a non-pretentious spot to eat on King West!
This is some good Za! One of the best pizza places as far as tasty pizza goes I've had in recent memory. I deem Magic Pizza officially "Stache Certified" .
Expensive but an amazing dining experience! The food was incredibly good and brilliantly presented. The waiter was just the right amount of attentive and did not disappoint when he was asked for recommendations. It was difficult to get in but that is simply reflective of the high demand. A definitive "special occasion" restaurant!
Cute Italian restaurant in the heart of Little Italy, Taverniti has seating both in side and street-side (in the summer time). They have a fairly large menu with lots of pasta and pizza options to choose from. The Domenico pizza was the highlight of our meal. It was perfectly cooked and perfectly dressed. Penne alla vodka was decent but could use some salt and was almost too creamy. The Gamberi in spicy tomato sauce was good. The sauce was amazing but the shrimp was rubbery (tasted like frozen shrimp). Overall a good dining experience but not somewhere I’ll be dying to revisit given the plethora of Italian options available in the city.
Was so impressed with the food! The calamari appetizer was the most tender I have ever had…it was delicious. I had special of the day spaghetti with seafood and a lemon sauce. It was delicious. Pasta was cooked perfection and fish was all fresh and delicious. We were there for a friends birthday. She had a lamb shank and she loved hers. I had a bite. It was delicious and tender. The mashed potatoes were amazing. Could not resist a bite!! My other friend had pasta with steak I don’t remember the name off hand it was also delicious. We all tried each others and the sweetest thing, they gave a piece of tiramisu on the house for my friends birthday. I would definitely recommend, and I thought the prices were very reasonable. The only thing I would say is the atmosphere is a little bit dated could use a little sprucing, but I could definitely overlook that any day of the week because the food is that good!
Service is great, we love the crispiness of the pizza dough and the bread is so good. I've already been satisfied with the complimentary bread. Haha. The cake they served for my birthday, taste awesome. Thanks to the team!
This is a great place for a good Italian meal. Server was really good, made excellent recommendations especially when it came to the espresso martini. Definitely recommend it! For a starter I had the Calamari and it was delicious, just surprised it came with tarter sauce and not a garlic aioli.(just my preference). For my main I had Spaghettini frutta di mare and it was loaded with seafood and so very yummy! I didn't have any room for dessert but I did cap my meal with Latte and again it was great! If you are ever in Ohawa I would definitely check this place out.
The food was good, with the pizza being great, I'll give it 5 stars. The building's interior was nice and the atmosphere will definitely make you feel like you're in one of Italy's restaurants, however, the restaurant is small and feels very cramped when it is busy. If you want to dine here, make a reservation because there aren't many spots available and they fill up quickly. My advice is not to go during the summer before 6 pm because they leave the restaurant's windows open and it is very hot. The staff was nice and friendly. I would definitely go again on a cooler day.
Great food with even greater service! Went here Friday night with a group of 6 and we felt taken care of throughout the night.
Braised beef pasta was delicious, along with all the appetizers we had. Lots of vegetarian options.
I think the owner/head chef was the one serving us and she was so nice to us the moment we walked in. Will definitely be back!
Braised beef pasta was delicious, along with all the appetizers we had. Lots of vegetarian options.
I think the owner/head chef was the one serving us and she was so nice to us the moment we walked in. Will definitely be back!
It's become my tradition to stop in for a slice after an appointment, as I have them regularly in the area. I'm on a mission to try all the different slices, and so far more have disappointed! It's a great spot to stop in for a quick bite and I love people watching from the patio while I do it. :)
The food was good. The buns that came with the table. We’re hot and fresh. One person had lasagna but no garlic bread came with it. Another person had the steak dish and enjoyed it. I found the place was noisy and crowded on a Saturday night.
Been to this location several times. Pizza is tasty but they skimp out on toppings….EVERYTIME all I see is cheese. Not worth my 46 bucks. Found a yummy alternative in the hood….that doesn’t skimp on toppings.
Would not recommend PIZZA NOVA WHITBY on Dundas. Considering the amount one pays for a pizza, you’d think they’d want my repeated visits. Sorry Pizza Nova. You rip me off…I move on. Babye 👋
Would not recommend PIZZA NOVA WHITBY on Dundas. Considering the amount one pays for a pizza, you’d think they’d want my repeated visits. Sorry Pizza Nova. You rip me off…I move on. Babye 👋
Pizza special came with pizza, garlic breadsticks and 3 cans of pop. Pizza was awesome but breadsticks were sub-mid. If they get the breadsticks right, the deal is bussing.
Pretty good restaurant with great tasting dishes. We've had the insalata contadino, braised beef pappardelle and Coniglio Rotolo (apple stuffed rabbit) - all were excellent, but the rabbit dish was rather small. A note to the bar - the Negroni had too much crushed ice, like a slushie almost, and not enough actual Negroni. Solid large cubes are a must for that drink especially at that price tag.
Super quaint little Italian place in an area you wouldn't quite expect it. The narrow size gives it a cozy but busy atmosphere, great for a couple's night out or larger groups as well. The food is really well done, the menu isn't massive so you won't spend an eternity thinking about what to get. But don't worry - they're all great! The pastas are perfectly al dente, a fantastic taste for those looking for an authentic Italian dinner!
Feeling like a very old building.
Just a regular Canadian pizza ))
Just a regular Canadian pizza ))
Wonderful service. Even on Valentine's when staff were working their butts off. The space is very tight. The food is out of this world. Unbelievable quality. The duck was unbelievable. The tartare was a very generous portion. The mixed drinks are fantastic. I hope they open a location where they can have more space. Nothing on the menu is bad. I don't know who came up with the recipes but wow. But each dish being perfect seems so unlikely it feels like luck. I can't wait to take people here.
We went there for Valentine’s Day and it was so busy, however, the owner and staff welcomed us warmly and since we had to wait for a couple of minutes they offered us Prosecco while we were waiting which was really kind!
For the food we tried the eggplant meatball and Lolo pizza, both were delicious, however I liked the meatball better, we also got their especial menu dessert which was really good too!
We will definitely go back to try more foods!
For the food we tried the eggplant meatball and Lolo pizza, both were delicious, however I liked the meatball better, we also got their especial menu dessert which was really good too!
We will definitely go back to try more foods!
You can definitely taste the love in the food served. Also as soon as you walk in, you are greeted with warmth and a welcoming smile. All the dishes were delicious. Calamari grilled to perfection. Probably the best we've ever tried. My husband said the cesar salad was on point. Pasta was perfect, the veal and chicken so fresh and delicious. Their tomato sauce ...wow...Do not leave without trying their homemade cheesecake. Incredible. Can't wait to go back. And make sure you reserve ahead of time. Like days in advance. There is a reason why they're busy.
Love this hidden gem! This family run restaurant is so welcoming, you feel like you're visiting family. The portions are big, the food is delicious. The ravioli was the best I've ever had. The homemade cheesecake and peach fantasy dessert was a memorable experience. Lots of love and passion is put into each dish. They use a lot of home grown ingredients in their dessert. I like supporting small businesses like this, highly recommend. I'll return.
Hands down one of the best if not the best pizza and wings in Durham region.
I will certainly go back! Keep up the good work.
I will certainly go back! Keep up the good work.
The toppings are plentiful and always fresh, and the crust is absolutely perfect with the right amount of crispness. They obviously work hard to maintain this quality based on the ingredients they're using and I appreciate that. It's always piping hot when I pick it up. Definitely one of the best pizza places in Kitchener.
Visiting from Vancouver with my partner and came across La Fenice while exploring downtown, and it was meant to be - our server Kelly and the restaurant director Greg were so kind (and both from our hometown of Edmonton!) and the food was some of the best authentic Italian we’ve ever had.
The grilled shrimp is HIGHLY recommended, the linguine vongole with white wine sauce was delicious and generous with the clams and you know the pasta is good when there is so much flavor from simple ingredients with the linguine aglio e olio.
Thank you for an amazing dining experience and we will definitely be back next time we are in Toronto!
The grilled shrimp is HIGHLY recommended, the linguine vongole with white wine sauce was delicious and generous with the clams and you know the pasta is good when there is so much flavor from simple ingredients with the linguine aglio e olio.
Thank you for an amazing dining experience and we will definitely be back next time we are in Toronto!
Amazing experience, we loved everything about this place. Starting from the fact that the owners is there cooking and comes to greet you with the warmest smile. Very lovely lady and talented chef. We can see her passion in all her dishes. My favourite was the bruschetta and the pasta. I rarely order pasta in restaurants when I’m in Canada but that the day the pizza oven was not working properly, so I tried pasta. Buonissima. One of my favourite in Canada, and you can trust me, I’m Italian! 🥰
Staff dealt with crazy customer (unaffiliated with me) extremely well, food was delicious, had meat supreme slice, 2 cans of pop, and a garlic bread
ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS AMAZING RESTAURANT! And love Alida! She is such an amazing lady and chef! To watch her make our dinner and to have her welcome us into her restaurant was thrilling! The food was outstanding (try the fried pizza dough) , the service ..impeccable and a must try! You won't regret and we love watching Alida on The Food Network!
Thank you for the hug Alida! Xo
Thank you for the hug Alida! Xo
Quality of the food was VERY good: appetizers, entrees and desert.
Service was also good, super nice and friendly staff.
I had dinner with my husband and another couple and asked everyone how many stars they would give and all answered 4 stars, but for different reasons.
Responses: seemed like the customers can’t have what they want if the owner/manager doesn’t “approve” of it.
Example 1: Asked for olive oil to eat with the bread, was told no because the bread already comes with butter, I still wanted the olive oil but didn’t get it.
Example 2: Asked for more bread to finish my plate and enjoy the rest of the red tomate sauce and couldn’t get it, just because they don’t give two baskets of bread per table. In 4 we had 1 basket. Charge clients for more bread, shouldn’t say no.
Example 3: Charging clients 18% to split checks doesn’t seem fair, charge at least how ever much the extra transaction would cost, but profit from splitting checks is not really fair.
Good experience overall.
Service was also good, super nice and friendly staff.
I had dinner with my husband and another couple and asked everyone how many stars they would give and all answered 4 stars, but for different reasons.
Responses: seemed like the customers can’t have what they want if the owner/manager doesn’t “approve” of it.
Example 1: Asked for olive oil to eat with the bread, was told no because the bread already comes with butter, I still wanted the olive oil but didn’t get it.
Example 2: Asked for more bread to finish my plate and enjoy the rest of the red tomate sauce and couldn’t get it, just because they don’t give two baskets of bread per table. In 4 we had 1 basket. Charge clients for more bread, shouldn’t say no.
Example 3: Charging clients 18% to split checks doesn’t seem fair, charge at least how ever much the extra transaction would cost, but profit from splitting checks is not really fair.
Good experience overall.
Pretty good service, used SkipTheDishes for pickup. The pizza could be improved but the poutine and popcurds are delicious as finger-licking!
ABSOLUTELY DREADFUL! Never in the history of lasagna has it ever been WITHOUT cheese but today it did. It was literally squares of soggy pasta & a crazy overload of tomato “sauce/paste” WITH ZERO CHEESE. This location did absolute nothing to make this a good meal other than heat it up & deliver it!. I have never see a lasagna with no cheese on it. My boyfriend and I had to make it into something when we got to our home. Had to grate our own cheese and everything. What a terrible experience. These people are beyond lazy and had the audacity to cover the “lasagna” with a mountain of tomato sauce in hopes we wouldn’t notice. Complete waste of money.
We were happy to support this small business because it's our favourite Italian restaurant. It's a small space and it's perfect for special occasions. The food is fantastic and they have a wide array of pasta and meat dishes as well as appetizers. We always get grilled calamari but I forgot to take a picture of it before we ate them. Just know that they're perfectly cooked and with balsamic vinegar they're delicious; which brings me to my point, all of the food I've eaten there is delicious. I would definitely recommend for a special occasion.
Took a couple of months to go back and have faith…. But I did and they didn’t disappoint! I did tho do my own pick up and did not use their offer for a free pizza. Reviews are for the establishments to improve and get feed back.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Their large walk in special is a great deal! I normally don’t enjoy thick crust pizzas but I enjoy theirs. Lots of cheese and sauce too. Service is not very friendly though
Hands down the best tasting pizza in Durham Region. The dough is made fresh on site. Gluten free, vegetarian and other options available. Family owned and very popular with the kids. Best of all both quantity and quality of finest ingredients remain generous. Walk in specials and a wide variety of delivery options offered. Have been a customer here for 10 years.
I’ve been coming to Navona Pizzeria every week for the past year and the consistency of quality, taste, and service is incredible. Liz at the shop always looks after me, remembering to top my pizza with fresh garlic, and adding chilli flakes in my sauce just the way I like it! I actually just came back from NYC and I gotta say I was missing this place while I was there. Highly recommend!!