Best Lunch Restaurants in Leslieville / Riverdale

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347 restaurants available nearby

1. Tabule on Queen

4.8

Exceptional(686)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • Leslieville / Riverdale

Booked 3 times today

Tabule on Queen specializes in Middle Eastern cuisine. It provides a modern, trendy atmosphere to enjoy an authentic meal with friends and family. The restaurant features a full service bar with a menu of specialty cocktails. Tabule also offers outdoor seating when the weather is nice.Begin your meal with a hot or cold appetizer. Cold appetizers include options like homemade Lebanese yogurt cheese mixed with garlic and garnished with Lebanese spices or the special Tabule house salad. Chicken livers and garlic shrimp are just a couple of the many hot appetizers to choose from. For your main course, try a popular entrée like kefta with two skewers of ground, spiced mixed lamb and beef or fresh Atlantic salmon kebabs. Desserts include traditional options like baklava or rice pudding with raisins and a hint of orange blossom.

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2. La Carnita - Leslieville

4.1

Excellent(376)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Entertainment District

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. Cluny

4.5

Awesome(5580)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Distillery District

Booked 25 times today

Experience the vibrant charm of Cluny, where modern French cuisine meets unparalleled ambiance in the heart of the Distillery Historic District.Our exciting, unpretentious menus are inspired by France's modern food movement and paired with lively music and breathtaking design. Complement your meal with a selection from our carefully curated wine list, recognized by Wine Spectator and featuring nearly 200 exquisite bottles.For those on the go, our adjacent café offers a delightful array of pastries, macarons, and housemade terrines, perfect for taking a piece of Cluny home. Whether it's freshly brewed coffee or a made-to-order crêpes, our café has something to satisfy every craving.Join us at Cluny for an unforgettable dining experience that blends refined cuisine, personalized service, and an energetic atmosphere. For inquiries or to secure your spot, please call 1-416-203-2632 or email us at reservation@thedistillery.ca.

4. KŌST

4.7

Exceptional(4845)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Entertainment District

Booked 23 times today

Kōst is a 44th-floor rooftop restaurant and bar featuring unparalleled panoramic views of the city from Toronto’s BISHA Hotel. Inspired by the Baja Peninsula, the cuisine unites the bright, fresh and lively flavours of the Californian coastline by way of colourful dishes and refreshing cocktails. Kōst welcomes guests for breakfast, lunch & dinner.

5. Lucie

4.6

Exceptional(388)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Financial District

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to Restaurant Lucie, a quintessential French fine dining experience nestled in the heart of Toronto’s Financial District. As you step into our elegant restaurant, you'll be transported to a world of culinary excellence and refined taste. Our Executive Chef, Arnaud Bloquel, combines traditional French techniques with modern innovation to create a symphony of flavors on each plate.At Lucie, we believe that dining is experiential, and every visit is an opportunity to create lasting memories. Discover the epitome of French culinary excellence at our enchanting fine dining establishment named after the Owner’s beloved grandmother.We currently offer an A La Carte lunch menu and two set menu offerings during dinner service.

6. LOUIX LOUIS

4.6

Exceptional(2536)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Financial District

Booked 29 times today

At this time, we do not accept reservations for bar bites however we welcome you to walk in between 2 - 5pm daily.A mystical and alluring place to enjoy forgotten classics and rediscover the lost charm of conversation, LOUIX LOUIS soars 31 floors above the glittering skyline atop The St. Regis Toronto. Inspired by Toronto’s heritage as one of the largest distillery districts in the world during the turn of the 19th century, the dramatic interior is designed to represent the inside of a glistening crystal whiskey glass, each sip revealing a new layer of discovery. At the heart of the restaurant is the glamorous two-story-high grand bar showcasing over 500 dark spirits – one of the largest collections in North America.View our menus at www.LOUIXLOUIS.com. Please note a credit card is required to reserve large party reservations of 6 guests and more. Follow us on social media: @LOUIXLOUIS #LOUIXLOUIS

7. Café Boulud

4.7

Exceptional(3637)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Yorkville

Booked 43 times today

Café Boulud is Chef Daniel Boulud’s reimagined French Brasserie located in the Four Seasons Hotel in Yorkville, Toronto. The restaurant serves a seasonally changing menu rooted in French tradition, highlighting both bistro classics and contemporary dishes inspired by Chef Daniel’s family meals in Lyon.Danielicious at Café BouludCafé Boulud presents Danielicious, a delectable spin on the city’s seasonal culinary event. Guests can enjoy a three-course prix fixe lunch or dinner curated by Executive Chef William Kresky. Available Monday through Friday from February 3rd to February 13th.3-course prix fixe lunch $60 per person 3-course prix fixe dinner $80 per person Prices exclude tax and gratuity A la carte menu also available

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8. Canoe Restaurant and Bar

4.5

Awesome(6343)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Financial District

Booked 24 times today

Critically acclaimed to be among Canada’s best restaurants, Canoe's unique location high atop the TD Bank Tower affords a breathtaking view of the city and Lake Ontario. The design, originally conceptualized by noted designers Yabu Pushelberg and most recently refreshed by Solid Design Creative, is clean and simple, yet absolutely stylish - a brilliant reflection of Canada's rich raw environment. That same brilliance is captured through the flavours and textures of Chef Ron McKinlay’s inspired regional Canadian cuisine.

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9. Estiatorio Milos - Toronto

4.6

Exceptional(258)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Financial District

Booked 32 times today

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.

10. Amal Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2615)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Lebanese • Yorkville

Booked 58 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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Paula
Toronto / Ontario •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Favourite drink: Habibi (delish), favouritr main: Argula Halum topped with toast chicken. Ambience always electric and cozy. Staff amazing and friendly. Guests and staff always seems so hapopy to be there.
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Tabule on QueenPrice: Moderate• Middle Eastern• Leslieville / Riverdale
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4.8
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Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing food great service. Girlfriend received A rose with our valentines dinner, really made the night special.
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KŌSTPrice: Expensive• Californian• Entertainment District
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4.7
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Sue
Toronto / Ontario •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Love Cluny - such a beautiful space and service is always amazing (I've coincidently been there 3x in 2025 -- family brunch, dinner with friend group, valentine's day with hubby -- all experiences were top notch. Although its a large open space it doesn't seem to get loud and still feels intimate and romantic, if that's what you're looking for. Thanks to the Cluny team.
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ClunyPrice: Expensive• French• Distillery District
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4.5
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AshleyVIP
Toronto / Ontario •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 9, 2025
Three of us went for winterlicious, we got to pick 4 different courses. Guacamole n chips, ribs, 2 tacos and churros is what I got. The ribs were delicious, fish tacos had a lot of cabbage and not enough fish but it was still tasty. The server was great. Overall a good experience.
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La Carnita - LeslievillePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Entertainment District
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4.1

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