Best Casual Restaurants in Yonge and Lawrence

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390 restaurants available nearby

1. Francobollo

4.7

Exceptional(688)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Yonge and Lawrence

Booked 9 times today

From the creators of Terra, Rusty's and Sarpa restaurants comes Francobollo Posto Italiano. Although rooted in the classics this modern, casual, neighbourhood gem distinguishes itself from others with warmth and sincerity, present in all area of your dining experience.

2. Stock Bar

4.6

Exceptional(3588)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Midtown / Uptown

Booked 105 times today

The finest steaks, the greatest burger, the handcrafted pizza and pasta dishes you know and love are all available here at Stock Bar. Terroni and Cumbrae's, both essential parts of Toronto's culinary identity, have come together for the first time in menu form. Custom cocktails and selected wines offered up in a beautiful environment for everyone, anytime.

3. Amal Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2645)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Lebanese • Yorkville

Booked 69 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

4. Rasa

4.8

Exceptional(214)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Global, International • Harbord Village

Booked 21 times today

Global-inspired snacks & entrees in a sleek, dark space from food-truck mavens The Food Dudes.

5. Café Boulud

4.7

Exceptional(3649)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Yorkville

Booked 64 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

A photo of Earls Kitchen + Bar - Yorkdale restaurant

6. Earls Kitchen + Bar - Yorkdale

4.5

Awesome(1566)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Yorkdale

Booked 140 times today

Earls Kitchen + Bar is a group of individually-compelling restaurants with each Earls experience tailored to the location and community it resides in. The Earls menu is inspired by world travels and offers guests a balance of healthy and indulgent menu items created with quality ingredients. Available for brunch to dinner to late night, our menu offers options to suit whatever you're in the mood for–including a dedicated plant-based section and a regularly refreshed selection of new dishes to try. Well-loved for our epic Happy Hour and Late Night Happy Hour, Earls has a little something for everyone to enjoy.Our newest location in the Toronto market, Earls Yorkdale is located at the North Entrance of Yorkdale Shopping Centre and offers a sense of escapism from a bustling shopping centre and city. Pull up a seat in our intimate dining room or lively lounge featuring a large island bar. On those sunny Toronto days enjoy the sun and a cocktail on our light and airy patio.

7. 12 Tables

4.7

Exceptional(598)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Yonge and Lawrence

Booked 8 times today

We have been restauranteurs in Europe since 1999 and have recently opened on Avenue Road. Our menu seamlessly mixes contemporary influences with the classic tastes of European countries such as Italy, Spain, France, and Poland. We are a family business that prides itself on warmth and authenticity. We believe great food is born from fresh and natural ingredients, and therefore insist on using the finest produce available – we do not do shortcuts. Whether it’s our daily specials and fresh pasta or our carefully selected wine list imported directly from wineries around the world - our team at 12 Tables is confident you will enjoy our menu. We welcome you and look forward to seeing you soon! Please note, if you would like to make a reservation for more then 12 guests, contact us by phone.

8. JOEY Yorkdale

4.3

Awesome(250)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Yorkdale

Booked 111 times today

Conveniently located in Yorkdale Shopping Centre, this Toronto restaurant location has striking rod chandeliers that define the industrial modern space, an open lounge and second floor dining room that overlooks the bar below.

9. Oretta Midtown

4.4

Awesome(1804)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Yonge–Eglinton

Booked 53 times today

Oretta exemplifies the elegance and simplicity of modern-day Italian cuisine and lifestyle. Our newest location, situated in the vibrant midtown district, continues the tradition of delivering an authentic Italian experience. With a commitment to intuitive, thoughtful, and genuine service, our knowledgeable and personable staff provide a hospitality experience that is second to none.The stunning interior design serves as a backdrop to our carefully curated menu, featuring passionately crafted dishes inspired by Italian tradition. Complemented by an exceptional selection of Italian wines and signature cocktails, Oretta offers an unforgettable dining experience, where every detail reflects the finest that Italy has to offer.

10. General Public

4.7

Exceptional(173)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Canadian • The Junction

Booked 50 times today

General Public is inspired by trying to imagine what an upscale English pub would be if it had the heart of an American brasserie (and was open 11 to 11). It’s also going to signal a little bit of steakhouse, but not too much. And finally, it will look behind itself at the Black Hoof, which you will see reflected in James Santon’s menu here and there. In terms of vibe, the main floor is ‘everything’s gone green’, with lush comfortable banquette seating, warm wood, and barstools designed for long conversations over many cocktails. Upstairs you’ll find a completely different space that transports you to a peachy 80s dream. Somehow these two halves make perfect sense, and complement each other in a seamless conversation, where neither wins the argument, but you really do have to see it! See you soon!

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ElizabethVIP
New York City •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful meal - everything was delicious. Service was outstanding. Very pretty restaurant - will definitely return.
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Amal RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Lebanese• Yorkville
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4.7
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Shawna
Toronto / Ontario •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
great food , lovely staff an great atmosphere, highly recommend.
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Stock BarPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Midtown / Uptown
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4.6
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Rocco
Toronto / Ontario •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent service, food was delicious and good serving size, just a bit pricey as one would expect in a location like this- but so worth it.
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Café BouludPrice: Very Expensive• French• Yorkville
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4.7
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Rumi
Montreal / Quebec •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Unpretentious great food and very kind staff! Took great care of my elderly uncle!
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RasaPrice: Moderate• Global, International• Harbord Village
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4.8
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EddieVIP
Toronto / Ontario •45 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
Fantastic food and the best service! We will come again for sure.
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FrancobolloPrice: Expensive• Italian• Yonge and Lawrence
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4.7

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