Best Family Style Restaurants in The Annex

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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MuskokaOld TorontoToronto

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BayviewChinatown / Kensington MarketDanforth / Greek TownDon MillsDovercourt VillageEntertainment District

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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70 restaurants available nearby

1. Osteria Giulia

4.8

Exceptional(973)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Yorkville

Booked 39 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

2. Giulietta

4.8

Exceptional(2245)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Little Italy / College St.

Booked 45 times today

Chef Rob Rossi & David Minicucci, have collaborated to bring a genuine neighbourhood restaurant to Dufferin Grove.Designed by acclaimed architect Guido Costantino, a beguiling interior sets the stage for a convivial dining experience that honours traditional Italian fare while showcasing stand-out ingredients. Original brick and beam frame this warm, welcoming space where no detail is left unconsidered. Copper, Italian wool and red oxidized steel accents interplay with blonde wood and terrazzo, creating a rich, textured environment.We look forward to welcoming you soon.**Reservations are available within 14 days** Bar / Main BarStandard / Dining RoomCounter / Chef's Bar4169640606 | @giulietta972'22, '23, '24 Michelin Guide | Toronto'19 Canada's 100 Best | Best New Restaurant #1'19 Canada's 100 Best | Best Overall #9'19 Toronto Life | Best New Restaurant #3'18 EnRoute | Best New Restaurant #5

3. DaiLo

4.8

Exceptional(1451)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Asian • Little Italy / College St.

Booked 29 times today

Offering modern Asian cuisine through a la carte and unique multi-course tasting menus by Chef Nick Liu.

4. Occhiolino

4.4

Awesome(167)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Little Italy / College St.

Booked 36 times today

Occhiolino blends the feeling of Tuscan sun on your face with the buzz of a lively city noodle joint. Swing by for a quick and comforting bowl of fresh, handmade pasta, or linger with friends over a table full of Italian classics. It’s a spot where the energy is contagious, the food is artisanal, and every visit feels like a vacation. No time to dine? You can take our fresh pastas and sauces home with you and make magic in your home kitchen. Ciao.

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5. BlueBlood Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(4414)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Midtown / Uptown

Booked 33 times today

Located inside Toronto’s majestic castle, Casa Loma, BlueBlood Steakhouse offers a refined dining experience in an upscale environment. A truly world class experience, BlueBlood Steakhouse was recently named the #1 Steakhouse in Toronto, by USA Today's 10 Best. The one of a kind space offers a modern and edgy feel with a juxtaposition of classic heritage architecture, unique heirloom antiques and modern art pieces by Warhol, Mr. Brainwash and Salvador Dali. Offering a modern twist on the classic steakhouse, the menu highlights various cuts of the finest beef from around the world, as well as fresh seafood and an extensive international wine and spirit list. BlueBlood Steakhouse is the most recent concept from the Liberty Entertainment Group.

6. Buca Yorkville

4.5

Awesome(1479)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Yorkville

Booked 16 times today

Buca Osteria & Bar is more than an Italian restaurant. In the spirit of the widely celebrated first location of Buca on King Street, the outpost in the heart of Yorkville is a place to be inspired by the innovation of the restaurant’s creative, artisanal fare, rooted in Italian tradition. Buca Osteria & Bar offers a broad selection of fresh and impeccably prepared seafood, in addition to their much loved pizzas, pastas, and cured fish. Executive Chef Jorge Fiestas creates an authentic Italian seafood cuisine. Buca has consistently been celebrated for using the freshest, carefully selected ingredients. Featuring sophisticated décor and an open-concept kitchen, the restaurant’s warmth and attention to detail stand out, both in environment and ingredients.

7. Sunnys Chinese

4.8

Exceptional(136)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Chinese • Chinatown / Kensington Market

Booked 57 times today

Sunnys Chinese is inspired by high energy dining cultures found throughout China tied with the history of the space in Kensington Market - a place you discover with friends. From Shaokao spots in Chengdu and Xi’An to Dai Pai Dongs in Hong Kong, the team looks to regional traditions to create an experience that’s casual and playful. Diners can expect an extensive beverage list and ingredient-driven dishes.

8. Alo Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(486)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• International • Entertainment District

Booked 15 times today

Alo is an intimate contemporary French restaurant located atop a heritage building in downtown Toronto. Our cuisine is internationally inspired and celebrates the finest in seasonal ingredients paired with a genuine sense of welcome, served as a blind tasting menu by Chef Patrick Kriss.The Bar at Alo is adjacent to our main dining room and offer à la carte options as well as a shortened seasonal tasting menu. Alo is outfitted with a private dining room which can welcome parties up to 14 guests. 1 Michelin Star 2022, 2023, 2024No. 1 by Canada's 100 Best Restaurants five consecutive years since 2017No. 5 by Canada's 100 Best Bars in their inaugural awardsNo. 90 on the 2020 World’s 50 Best Restaurants listNo. 14 on the 2024 Opinionated About Dining North American best restaurants listNo. 58 on the 2020 La Liste world’s best restaurant listFine Dining, Tasting Menu, Wine Pairings, Non-Alcoholic Pairings, Private Parties, Celebrations, Romantic Dining

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9. La Pizza & La Pasta - Eataly Yorkville

4.4

Awesome(2130)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Yorkville

Booked 96 times today

La Pizza & La Pasta features two of the best-loved Italian dishes: Napoli-style pizza and al dente pasta. Enjoy our seasonal selection just steps away from our expert pasta chefs and dough-slinging pizzaioli (pizza makers).

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10. Piano Piano Harbord

4.5

Awesome(1180)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • The Annex

Booked 33 times today

PIANO PIANO is the Italian restaurant you always wished was just around the corner. Sophisticated and fun, PIANO PIANO serves deeply satisfying food that comes in just the right size. The menu features traditional Italian fare that’s been elevated to its most delicious self. If there’s a common thread that runs through PIANO PIANO, it’s a deep-seated soulfulness and sensuality that’s at once warm, welcoming and just plain fun.

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Asa
Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Beautiful simple details. Tasty Lambrusco and housemade pasta and friendly service, what else does one need? ;) I'm excited for the patio space out front in the summer as mentioned by staff. Thanks again everyone
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OcchiolinoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Little Italy / College St.
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4.4
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jason
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We’ve been twice. It’s def a must try place. Has a neighbourhood vibe of repeat customers.
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Osteria GiuliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Yorkville
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The meal was excellent. The stuffed gnocchi was my favourite dish of the night! The combination of taleggio and truffle complemented each other very well. The service was attentive and friendly. The waiter made my birthday dinner feel very special!
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GiuliettaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Little Italy / College St.
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4.8
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CelineVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Absolutely amazing culinary experience. We tried the chefs menu and each dish was so flavorful and delicious. Great service and ambience.
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DaiLoPrice: Very Expensive• Asian• Little Italy / College St.
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great service and food was excellent. Location is prime.
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BlueBlood SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Midtown / Uptown
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4.7

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