Best Date Night Restaurants in Leslieville / Riverdale

402 restaurants available nearby

1. EST Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(63)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • Leslieville / Riverdale

Booked 4 times today

ēst Restaurant in Riverside, Toronto, is a modern destination redefining French cuisine with a contemporary edge. Situated on Queen Street East, hēst features a seasonally inspired menu crafted from the finest local ingredients, where bold flavors and innovative techniques meet. Each dish is a tribute to simplicity and sophistication, designed to elevate your dining experience.Our bar offers an exclusive selection of wines, craft cocktails, and unique signature drinks, perfect for pairing with your meal or enjoying a stylish evening out. With its vibrant yet welcoming atmosphere, hēst is the ideal spot for intimate dinners, celebratory gatherings, or a memorable brunch experience.Discover the art of contemporary French dining at hēst – a culinary gem at the heart of Riverside.

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2. La Carnita - Leslieville

4.1

Excellent(371)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Entertainment District

Booked 1 time today

La Carnita is the ultimate spot for a group night out, combining the vibrant flavours of Mexican cuisine with a fun, casual vibe. Locally designed with the help of some of Toronto's top street artists, our space is a lively, colourful backdrop for delicious tacos, nachos, fajitas, churros, and more. Pair your meal with a refreshing margarita, creative cocktails, or local beer, and let the live DJ soundtrack your evening almost every weekend.Our Queen St. East location in Riverside and Leslieville is part of a tight-knit community of young professionals and families. Through this spot, we've built strong connections with East End breweries and local businesses, creating unique and fun collaborations that bring people together. Experience the art, music, and flavours that make La Carnita a standout for Mexican-inspired fun!

3. Daphne

4.7

Exceptional(1002)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Financial District

Booked 106 times today

Daphne is a stylish date night spot in Toronto's Financial District. As one reviewer put it, 'This place is gorgeous, such a lovely spot for cocktails or dinner or a date night.' The restaurant's design, lighting, and ambiance create an intimate and romantic setting. Daphne's menu features American cuisine with a contemporary twist, and the food is highly praised. The staff is also noted for their excellent service.

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4. Estiatorio Milos - Toronto

4.6

Exceptional(200)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Financial District

Booked 139 times today

Reservations are now open and available beginning September 26th.With a commitment to the freshest, most flavourful fish, flown in daily from the Greek islands and featured in its open fish market, Milos offers a dining experience based on the simplicity and sincerity of the Mediterranean diet. The restaurant's airy, elegant setting is reminiscent of the Greek islands. Founder and chef Costas Spiliadis continues the standard of excellence and hospitality he began in Montreal, where he opened the original Milos.

5. Linny's

4.8

Exceptional(78)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Ossington

Booked 44 times today

6. Osteria Giulia

4.7

Exceptional(923)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Yorkville

Booked 43 times today

Osteria Giulia sprung to life in our imaginations as a tribute to Italian traditions of the past. We wanted to create one simple, beautiful thing. Somewhere outside of your busy life, outside of your surroundings, outside of time. An environment, an experience, an entire evening. Osteria Giulia is intimate, warm and familiar. We’ve revelled in her every detail. We’ve established a rarified menu focusing on Northern Italian cuisine and delicate coastal, Mediterranean flavour. Giulia is a new imagining of what an Italian restaurant can be. It always was the place of our dreams, the reason for our collaboration, and the culmination of—and conduit for—our collective passion. Chef Rob Rossi & David Minicucci'22 | '23 | '24 One Star Michelin | Toronto'22 Canada's 100 Best | Best New Restaurant #2'22 Canada's 100 Best | Best Overall #14'22 Toronto Life | Best New Restaurant'23 La Liste | The World's Best Restaurants'24 Top 50 Ristoranti Italiani nel Mondo

7. DaNico

4.8

Exceptional(290)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Little Italy / College St.

Booked 28 times today

Danico is a perfect spot for a romantic date night. With its exceptional service, stunning ambiance, and modern Italian cuisine, it offers a unique dining experience. As one reviewer said, 'From the moment you walk through the giant wooden door, you are immersed in a luxurious experience.' The attentive staff, beautifully presented dishes, and an extensive wine list add to the charm. Another reviewer noted the 'mesmerizing' washroom and wine vault as delightful additions to the atmosphere. So, whether it's a special occasion or just a fancy meal, Danico is the place to be.

8. Aloette

4.7

Exceptional(233)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Entertainment District

Booked 45 times today

Opened in 2017. Michelin-recommended since 2022.We first imagined Aloette to be the perfect diner that we’d want to dine in – a menu with a great cheeseburger paired with a fantastic and fun wine list, a long row of bar stools facing the bar and the kitchen, and an energetic atmosphere accented with an old school hip hop playlist. The buzz of the dining room mirrors the energy of the street on Spadina Avenue; the dining room itself mimics a train’s dining car. It’s a bistro-meets-diner-meets-internationally-inspired menu which is also representative of the diverse culture in Toronto. Our service team is upbeat and genuine but also deeply knowledgeable about the menu and offerings. Brunch at Aloette was something we said we’d never do. But the city kept asking and we’re glad to be a new staple in the Queen West neighbourhood for mimosas, chicken and waffles, and piping hot coffees. We hope you love our little diner as much as we and our team do. Patrick Kriss & Zane Pearl

9. The Chase

4.8

Exceptional(1348)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Financial District

Booked 67 times today

The Chase is our passion for casual elegance. Our rooftop restaurant highlights what we love most about upscale dining, and presents it in a modest, welcoming and thoughtful way. Our ongoing chase for the finest ingredients from around the world coupled with simple and uncomplicated flavours is the foundation for our culinary philosophy. Using refined techniques from Italian and French cuisines we formed a menu that can be best described as Contemporary North American. It celebrates the beauty of simplicity and keep you craving more. The service is detailed and technical, but as comfortable as being at home. The room is sophisticated, but refreshingly approachable and unpretentious.

10. Amal Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2535)

Price: Expensive

• Lebanese • Yorkville

Booked 89 times today

Welcome to Amal, where the Lebanese spirit of joie de vivre comes to life. It’s a voyage through time and place that embraces the pursuit of pleasure. Amal aims to feed and provoke your soul, but above all, nourish it with hope. Amal is a story. Amal is home. One may come as a guest, but one always leaves as family.2023 & 2022 MICHELIN Guide RecommendedPlease note that Amal is closed for Lunch service every Monday, we are open for Dinner. Our kitchen closes from 3pm -5pm (daily) between Lunch and Dinner service.For parties of 6+ please direct your inquiries to info@amaltoronto.com for further planning.We look forward to hosting you!Please note that our voicemail services are currently experiencing technical difficulties. For urgent inquiries please email info@amaltoronto.com

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Deb
Toronto / Ontario •7 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Every thing was great until the bathroom. Only 4 bathrooms for the whole restaurant. Probs would be better with a couple more
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JOEY Eaton CentrePrice: Expensive• American• Harbourfront
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4.4
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Volen
Cancun / Riviera Maya •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
I recently visited Daphne for the second time, and celebrated by birthday. One key factor for me recommending this spot and for me coming back time after time is the consistency. The food, service, ambiance and vibe is my type. An elegant intimate space that is not too crowded but spacious enough to accommodate the ideal amount of guests to help curate a beautiful and memorable experience. It's also no huge surprise that I've gravitate to this spot as Daphne is managed under the same umbrella as some of my other favourites - Bisha, Oliver Bonicini and Sofia. Once again, the consistency is on point.
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DaphnePrice: Very Expensive• American• Financial District
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4.7
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Christiana
Montreal / Quebec •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
The service and ambiance was great. Notable dishes were the challah and fluke and fennel. The fries were perfectly crispy and the broccoli was very flavourful. However, the ribeye was average, it lacked flavour but cooked properly yo medium rare.
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Linny'sPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Ossington
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4.8
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AlishaVIP
Toronto / Ontario •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 15, 2024
Great service and delicious food and cocktails! Foi gras and beef short rib were the best.
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EST RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French• Leslieville / Riverdale
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4.5
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CarolineVIP
Toronto / Ontario •48 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 6, 2024
We went during happy hour and the prices were right and the food was fantastic. I had the cod tacos, which were incredible along with a very yummy margarita. It was the perfect place to have a bite to eat before seeing a concert at the Opera House.
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La Carnita - LeslievillePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Entertainment District
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4.1

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402 restaurants available nearby

1. EST Restaurant

2. La Carnita - Leslieville

3. Daphne

4. Estiatorio Milos - Toronto

5. Linny's

6. Osteria Giulia

7. DaNico

8. Aloette

9. The Chase

10. Amal Restaurant

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