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Honest, unsponsored reviews of 240 Toronto restaurants, bars, nightclubs, hotels, clinics and shops, sorted by neighbourhood so you can find somewhere good near you, from King West and Queen West to North York and Etobicoke. Every visit is self-funded and written by MsJAG, a Level 7 Google Local Guide.

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Restaurants near you: browse Toronto by neighbourhood.

King West & Entertainment District (44)Liberty Village & Parkdale (38)Queen West & Trinity Bellwoods (18)Downtown Yonge & Dundas (18)Yorkville & The Annex (14)Financial District (14)Etobicoke (12)Harbourfront & Union Station (12)Rosedale, Cabbagetown & Summerhill (8)Kensington Market & Chinatown (8)Don Mills (6)Distillery District & Corktown (6)Midtown: Yonge & Eglinton (6)The Junction, High Park & Roncesvalles (5)Little Italy & Dovercourt (4)Leslieville, Riverdale & The Beaches (4)Lawrence Park & Yorkdale (4)North York (4)St. Lawrence Market (3)Leaside (3)Church-Wellesley Village (3)

Browse by cuisine.

Caribbean (8)Seafood (7)Pizza (5)Indian (5)Coffee Shops & Cafés (5)Patios & Rooftops (5)Italian (4)Steakhouses (4)Desserts & Bakeries (4)Burgers (3)Sushi & Japanese (3)

Latest Toronto Editor's Picks

RestaurantsOct 22, 2026Toronto, ON

North of Brooklyn Pizzeria

5/5 · Editor's Pick

Thursday, October 22, 2026 | Ordered through Uber Eats Some pizzas arrive looking like the toppings were applied with tweezers by someone working under strict budget supervision…

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RestaurantsOct 14, 2026Toronto, ON

Matt's Burger Lab

5/5 · Editor's Pick

We stopped by Matt’s Burger Lab on Queen Street Wed Oct 14, 2026, hungry and ready to see what all the burger science was about. Well, whatever experiments they’re conducting in…

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RestaurantsSep 20, 2026Toronto, ON

Reservoir Lounge

5/5 · Editor's Pick

Visited Sunday, September 20, 2026. I went to Reservoir Lounge for my birthday dinner and live entertainment, and it turned out to be a great choice for a Sunday night. The fish…

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ServicesNov 27, 2025Toronto, ON

Mr Lee's Dry Cleaning

5/5 · Editor's Pick

Finding a dry cleaner near Liberty Village who won’t destroy your favorite clothes, lose items, or delay pickup is a gamble in Toronto. I dropped off a shirt, dress pants, and a…

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Restaurants & food 97

RestaurantsOct 22, 2026Toronto, ON

North of Brooklyn Pizzeria

5/5 · Editor's Pick

Thursday, October 22, 2026 | Ordered through Uber Eats Some pizzas arrive looking like the toppings were applied with tweezers by someone working under strict budget supervision…

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RestaurantsOct 14, 2026Toronto, ON

Matt's Burger Lab

5/5 · Editor's Pick

We stopped by Matt’s Burger Lab on Queen Street Wed Oct 14, 2026, hungry and ready to see what all the burger science was about. Well, whatever experiments they’re conducting in…

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RestaurantsSep 20, 2026Toronto, ON

Reservoir Lounge

5/5 · Editor's Pick

Visited Sunday, September 20, 2026. I went to Reservoir Lounge for my birthday dinner and live entertainment, and it turned out to be a great choice for a Sunday night. The fish…

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RestaurantsAug 17, 2025Toronto, ON

Queens Harbour

5/5 · Editor's Pick

We ate at the Queens Harbour on August 16th, 2025 at around 4:30pm. The Caesar salad was absolutely delicious. The dressing was a 10 out of 10, and the charring of the heart of…

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RestaurantsJun 29, 2025Toronto, ON

NODO Liberty

5/5 · Editor's Pick

Nodo Liberty Village – Dinner Visit, June 28th, 2025 Visited on a bustling Saturday evening when the patio was nearly packed. Clearly we weren’t the only ones with this dinner…

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RestaurantsMay 29, 2025Toronto, ON

Trattoria Nervosa

5/5 · Editor's Pick

Visited May 13th 2025 I’ve been going to Trattoria Nervosa since the late ’90s, back when Yorkville still had a bit of an edge and Nervosa was just a tucked-away gem on the corner…

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RestaurantsApr 21, 2025Toronto, ON

Fox and John's Restaurant + Bar

5/5 · Editor's Pick

We went here on April 20th,2025. Fox & John’s has taken over the old Craft Brasserie spot after a solid 10-year run, and honestly, the transition feels right. The space has been…

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RestaurantsJun 09, 2024Toronto, ON

Yamato Japanese Restaurant

5/5 · Editor's Pick

We dined at Yamato on Wednesday, June 5th, 2024. Yamato Japanese Restaurant in Yorkville, Toronto, has been a staple of the area since 1983, making it one of the oldest…

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Bars & nightlife 16

NightlifeOct 12, 2025Toronto, ON

Geary Avenue Warehouse

5/5 · Editor's Pick

We went to Futura Sound Presents: ART OF US with Miss Tara on Friday, October 10th at the Geary Street warehouse, and the atmosphere was EDM electric. The turnout filled the…

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NightlifeMar 19, 2019Toronto, ON

Tryst

5/5 · Editor's Pick

What do you get when you put together 3 uniquely stylish rooms and a courtyard with the music of a well know Toronto DJ? Success, in spite of the fact that Tryst is still just…

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NightlifeJan 15, 2018Toronto, ON

e11even

5/5 · Editor's Pick

E11even, has the best burger we've ever eaten. It also has the best Sticky Toffee Pudding we've ever eaten. I can safely say this because, we have taste tested a lot of burger…

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NightlifeApr 06, 2026Toronto, ON

Soluna Toronto

4/5 · Recommended

We went to Soluna on Sat April 4th, 2026. This place was formerly the well-loved Ultra, and before that Bamboo, so I’ve been occasionally partying at this location for quite some…

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NightlifeApr 16, 2025Toronto, ON

Wiggle Room Toronto

4/5 · Recommended

If you’re going to the Wiggle Room, you’re going there to dance. We went on Sunday, April 13th, 2025, and even though we arrived just before 10 p.m. with free tickets, we were…

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NightlifeMar 19, 2019Toronto, ON

Muzik Clubs

4/5 · Recommended

See more Toronto club reviews @ www.w4wtoronto.wordpress.com Muzik has been built in the former Horticultural Building and boasts of new and innovative design while still…

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NightlifeMar 19, 2019Toronto, ON

Cheval

4/5 · Recommended

See more reviews @ www.w4wtoronto.wordpress.com The party happens later in the night. I mean for God’s sake it is a Sunday night, but the crowd still gets there after midnight…

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NightlifeMay 30, 2016Toronto, ON

Cold Tea

4/5 · Recommended

Went with some friends Sunday May 29th 2016. Great eclectic vibe, friendly people, great music and sound system outside (R&B, rap, hip-hop, dancehall reggae), nice moderate sized…

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NightlifeJul 25, 2025Toronto, ON

Liberty Soho

3/5 · Mixed

Liberty Soho, Liberty Village – Patio Visit - July 24th, 2025 Finally got a table for two on the Liberty Soho patio. It’s the sister restaurant of Ruby Soho. The atmosphere was…

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Hotels, beaches & things to do 23

TravelJul 13, 2025North York, ON

Edwards Gardens Mini waterfalls

5/5 · Editor's Pick

Visited July 11th, 2025 As part of our Edwards Gardens walk and trail tour, we visited the mini waterfalls and stayed in the moment, listening and taking in the scene for a few…

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TravelJul 13, 2025North York, ON

Edwards Gardens

5/5 · Editor's Pick

Edwards Gardens is an easy-on-the-eyes patch of calm tucked just north of the city, and it’s free to enter. We rolled up on a sunny Friday and parked for the maximum $8 for the…

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TravelAug 06, 2024Toronto, ON

STACKT market

5/5 · Editor's Pick

On Sunday, August 4th, 2024, I attended Blockobana at STACKT market, and it was a hit. STACKT was an ideal venue, comfortably hosting the throngs of people who turned out. The…

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TravelJul 22, 2024Toronto, ON

Trillium Park

5/5 · Editor's Pick

Visited in June and July 2024: Trillium Park and the William G. Davis Trail are such vibe spots near Toronto’s Lakeshore. This 7.5-acre green space, which used to be a parking…

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TravelJul 08, 2024York, ON

Etienne Brulé Park

5/5 · Editor's Pick

My girlfriend and I had the best time at Etienne Brulé Park by Old Mills in Toronto on Sunday, July 7, 2024. The weather was perfect, with warm sunshine adding to the charm of…

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TravelJun 19, 2024Toronto, ON

Royal Ontario Museum

5/5 · Editor's Pick

The Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) in Toronto is an enduring gem that first opened its doors in 1914, making it over a century old. This institution is far from static, constantly…

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TravelJun 02, 2024Toronto, ON

The Drake Hotel

5/5 · Editor's Pick

Last went to the Drake Hotel: May 31st, 2024 I’m going to make this review about the Drake entertainment spaces. The Underground, the Rooftop, and the Lounge are spots my friends…

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TravelMay 17, 2024Toronto, ON

Museum of Illusions Toronto

5/5 · Editor's Pick

We went on a weekday on April 12th 2024. The Museum of Illusions is a fun adventure right in downtown Toronto and is totally worth a visit. Parking can be challenging on the…

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TravelMar 19, 2019Toronto, ON

Fairmont Royal York

5/5 · Editor's Pick

Dr. Jugenburg's plastic surgery clinic is top notch though. The rooms have been recently renovated and he is an artist as well as a surgeon. torontosurgery.ca

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TravelDec 07, 2024Toronto, ON

Art Gallery of Ontario

4/5 · Recommended

UPDATE: We attended “The Culture Public Opening” at the AGO on Friday, December 6, 2024, with high hopes to witness a performance by Canadian hip-hop legend Michie Mee. For…

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TravelOct 01, 2024Toronto, ON

The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto

4/5 · Recommended

The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto—well, it’s got the name, but does it live up to it? We spent one night here on September 28th, 2024 celebrating my girlfriend’s birthday, courtesy of my…

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TravelMar 19, 2019Toronto, ON

Harbourfront Centre

4/5 · Recommended

A review by W4W Toronto www. w4wtoronto.wordpress.com Best spot for being by the water, and having some drinks. We went there in June and had a fabulous pear, blue cheese and…

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TravelDec 19, 2024Toronto, ON

Delta Hotels Toronto

3/5 · Mixed

Delta Hotels Toronto Review: “Mixed Bag of Mediocrity” Date of Stay: December 17th, 2024 Purpose: Overnight getaway as Ambassador Elite members We checked into the Delta Hotel…

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TravelMar 19, 2019Toronto, ON

Nathan Phillips Square

3/5 · Mixed

The motto? “Wear in the World”. Ugh, back at the 30,000 square foot tent at Nathan Phillips Square. We have to say that we are not really feeling this venue. A congested room full…

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TravelJul 25, 2017Toronto, ON

CN Tower

3/5 · Mixed

The view from the observation deck is amazing. You can see the waterfront and the city. However, during Canada Day weekend the wait in the line-up to buy tickets (or present…

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TravelSep 26, 2024Toronto, ON

Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel

2/5 · Not Recommended

The Sheraton Hotel Toronto, a Marriott International hotel Rating: 2/5 I recently stayed at the Sheraton Hotel on Queen Street West, Toronto, for my birthday on September 20…

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TravelMar 19, 2019Toronto, ON

City Sightseeing Toronto

2/5 · Not Recommended

Went on this tour Canada Day weekend 2017: Compared to the Big Bus Tours in London or the ones in Miami, the City Sightseeing Toronto tour company has a lot to learn. Seriously…

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TravelNov 09, 2016Toronto, ON

Queen's Wharf Lighthouse

2/5 · Not Recommended

A light house just north of the Lakeshore that is no longer in use for anything. The TTC tracks loop around this lighthouse, and while making their tight turns make the most…

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TravelMar 19, 2019Toronto, ON

Thompson Toronto

1/5 · Avoid

Thompson Tuesdays on the hotel's rooftop; lovely view, but no eye candy, or good music. Confused model promoters Adriana and Shelia have no idea what they are doing. Massive fail…

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Services & shops 104

ServicesNov 27, 2025Toronto, ON

Mr Lee's Dry Cleaning

5/5 · Editor's Pick

Finding a dry cleaner near Liberty Village who won’t destroy your favorite clothes, lose items, or delay pickup is a gamble in Toronto. I dropped off a shirt, dress pants, and a…

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ServicesNov 23, 2025Etobicoke, ON

BMW Etobicoke

5/5 · Editor's Pick

Review date: November 21st, 2025 First time visiting Etobicoke BMW for a scheduled tire swap (summer to winter) and an oil change, and it might’ve been the best “car maintenance”…

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ServicesDec 02, 2024Toronto, ON

No Frills Toronto Liberty Village

5/5 · Editor's Pick

No Frills in Liberty Village is the clear winner when it comes to grocery shopping on a budget without sacrificing quality. The store is clean, well-organized, and refreshingly…

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ServicesSep 19, 2024Toronto, ON

Toronto Cosmetic Surgery Institute

5/5 · Editor's Pick

If you’re considering a mommy makeover, Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), tummy tuck, or breast augmentation, the Toronto Cosmetic Surgery Institute should be on your radar. With over…

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ServicesAug 06, 2024Toronto, ON

Civilian House Of Cannabis

5/5 · Editor's Pick

I don’t smoke weed, and trust me, it’s not for lack of trying. It’s just not my thing. But if it were, and I was on the hunt for the crème de la crème of exotic strains or…

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ServicesMay 16, 2024East York, ON

Nitro Skates Toronto

5/5 · Editor's Pick

David at Nitro Skates is excellent at what he does. He specializes in quad skates (roller skates) and helped me find the best wheels for indoor roller skating, spinning, and…

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ServicesFeb 08, 2024Toronto, ON

Atlas Dental

5/5 · Editor's Pick

Date visited: January 31, 2024 I was impressed by Atlas Dental’s professionalism and the efficiency with which they handled my visit. Normally, I have a go-to dentist whom I trust…

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Good to know.

How do I find a good restaurant near me in Toronto?
Start with the neighbourhood list above. Each neighbourhood page shows every place reviewed there, with Editor's Picks first, a street address and a Get directions link to Google Maps. The most-reviewed area is King West & Entertainment District with 44 reviews.
What are the newest Editor's Pick restaurants in Toronto?
The latest 5-star restaurant reviews are North of Brooklyn Pizzeria, Matt's Burger Lab, Reservoir Lounge. See the full ranked list on the best restaurants in Toronto page.
How are places rated?
Every review gets a score out of 5: 5 is an Editor's Pick, 4 is Recommended, 3 is Mixed, 2 is Not Recommended and 1 is Avoid. The score covers service, food or product quality, consistency and value.
Are any of these Toronto reviews sponsored?
No. Every visit is paid for by MsJAG. There are no comped meals, press trips or affiliate links, and businesses can't pay to change a score.
Who writes these reviews?
MsJAG (JoAnne Gomez), a Level 7 Google Local Guide based in Toronto whose venue photos have more than 9 million views on Google Maps. Read more about the reviewer.