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Don Alfonso 1890

Name: Don Alfonso 1890
Address: 1 Harbour Square 38th Floor, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5J 1A6
Telephone: (416) 214-5888
Price range: CAN$51 and over
Rating: 4.8

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary Italian

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2 people

Feb 26, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 25 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Great for scenic views

The City’s most internationally acclaimed restaurant, Don Alfonso 1890 Toronto has been awarded a Michelin Star in the inaugural Michelin Guide – Toronto 2022. Created in partnership with hospitality icon Nick Di Donato of the Liberty Entertainment Group, Don Alfonso 1890 Toronto is the only North American location of world-renowned Michelin Star Chefs Alfonso and Ernesto Iaccarino’s Don Alfonso 1890. Sitting atop the iconic Westin Harbour Castle, on the edge of Lake Ontario, the spacious new location on the 38th floor, offers stunning views of the city skyline and Toronto’s harbor. Showcasing the incredible cuisine of Michelin Star Chefs Ernesto & Alfonso Iaccarino and the wonderful fresh flavors of the Amalfi coast, Don Alfonso 1890’s cuisine is characterized by its modernity, Mediterranean flare and the exceptional quality of the raw materials used.

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Executive chef: Ernesto Iaccarino

MICHELIN 1 Star2024
MICHELIN 1 Star2023
MICHELIN 1 Star2022

From the OpenTable editors: Don Alfonso 1890 is the epitome of fine dining, from the delicate Italian plates to the chic decor. The restaurant has collected countless awards for its nuanced approach to Mediterranean cuisine, including one MICHELIN star. The tasting menu is a can’t-miss experience, but a la carte dishes like ravioli stuffed with pheasant are equally tempting.

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
CAN$51 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Italian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue, Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
Phone number
(416) 214-5888
Website
http://www.donalfonsotoronto.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
The city’s most internationally acclaimed restaurant, Don Alfonso 1890 is located to the 38th floor of the iconic Westin Harbour Castle. Available for private functions.
Private party contact
Alexandra Pisano: (416) 214-5888

Location
1 Harbour Square, 38th Floor, Toronto, ON M5J 1A6
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
3. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
Neighbourhood
Harbourfront
Cross Street
Yonge and Queen's Quay.
Parking details
Paid parking available onsite in private lot.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wine

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Experiences

Rolls Royce VIP Experience
$678.00 per person
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Allow us to pick you up for an unforgettable evening in our Rolls-Royce Ghost. This exclusive experience includes return transportation to-and -from Don Alfonso 1890 and Michelin Star tasting menu dinner for two. The experience is $1,000 per couple. Parties of 4 are $1,800 if they’re at the same address and $2,000 if there will be a second pickup/drop off location. Dinner reservations for this experience are 6:30pm and 8:30pm. Our driver will pick you up 30-45 minutes prior to your reservation. Our pickup radius is limited to the GTA. For reservations and inquiries about the Rolls-Royce VIP Experience, please contact Camila Suarez directly at: Camila@donalfonsotoronto.com

Popular dishes

Collection of Canapés
L'Anguilla
eel gelato, acadian sturgeon caviar, rose scented tagliatelle, pulverized egg yolk, minced wild herbs
L'Anatra
Seared Muscovy Duck Breast, Roasted Carrots, Organic Mizuna Salad, 'Ratafia' Marinated Blackberry Anise Demi Glaze, Parsley Powder
I Ravioli
Ravioli Stuffed with Pheasant Genovese Style, King Oyster Mushroom, Grana Padano Foam, Black Truffle
Il Tonno
P.E.I. Otoro, Puttanesca Style, Red Cherry Tomato Sauce, Nocellara Olive Purée, Dried Capers & Smoked Eggplant Pesto
Il Bisonte
organic manitoba tenderloin wrapped in layered swiss chard, buffalo mozzarella, salsa verde, san marzano red chilli reduction
Tiramisu
Mascarpone Mousse, Coffee-Soaked Almond Biscotti, White Chocolate Crunch, Salted Caramel
Chef Selection of House Made Petit Four

Sommelier-Led Wine Pairing

Classic

$120

Collection of Canapés
Wine Pairing: CORTE AURA, FRANCIACORTA DOCG, BRUT ROSE, LOMBARDIA, ITALY, MV
L'Anguilla
Wine Pairing:AZ. AGRICOLA ZYMÉ, ‘FROM BLACK TO WHITE’ IL BIANCO, VENETO IGT, ITALY 2020
L'Anatra
Wine Pairing: FRATELLI S & B BORGOGNO, DOLCETTO D'ALBA DOC, PIEMONTE, ITALY, 2023
I Ravioli
Wine Pairing: PRODUTTORI DEL BARBARESCO, LANGHE NEBBIOLO DOC, PIEMONTE, ITALY, 2022
Il Tonno
Wine Pairing:AZ. AGRICOLA F. TORNATORE, ETNA ROSSO DOC, SICILIA, ITALY, 2021
Il Bisonte
Wine Pairing: TENUTA DI COLLOSORBO, BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO DOCG, TOSCANA, ITALY, 2019
Il Tiramisu
Wine Pairing: DONNAFUGATA, 'BEN RYÉ', PASSITO DI PANTELLERIA DOC, SICILIA, ITALY, 2022
Chef Selection of House Made Petit Four

Premium

$200

Collection of Canapés
Wine Pairing: FLEURY, BLANC DE NOIRS, BRUT, CHAMPAGNE, FRANCE, MV
L'Anguilla
Wine Pairing: IL POGGIO DI GAVI, 'BLACK LABEL', GAVI DI GAVI DOCG, PIEMONTE, ITALY, 2022
L'Anatra
Wine Pairing:DOMAINE MOLY, 'LES SYBARITES', SAUMUR-CHAMPIGNY, LOIRE, FRANCE, 2022
I Ravioli
Wine Pairing:PECCHENINO, ‘LE COSTE’, BAROLO DOCG, PIEMONTE, ITALY, 2006
Il Tonno
Wine Pairing:VIGNETI MASSA, 'MONLEALE', COLLI TORTONESI DOC, PIEMONTE, ITALY, 2015
Il Bisonte
Wine Pairing: CHÂTEAU BELLEGRAVE, POMEROL, BORDEAUX, FRANCE, 2011
Il Tiramisu
Wine Pairing: MULLINEUX, STRAW WINE, SWARTLAND, SOUTH AFRICA 2023
Chef Selection of House Made Petit Four

What 2,348 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Toronto / Ontario
Contemporary Italian
Toronto
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Don Alfonso 1890 offers an extraordinary dining experience with "impeccable service" and "exquisite culinary artistry." Guests are captivated by the "phenomenal" food, "attentive staff," and "stunning views" from its unique city location. Perfect for special occasions, the "signature menu" and "wine pairings" are highly recommended for an unforgettable night.

2,348 Reviews

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Odris
VIP
Toronto
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent place for a special occasion. The atmosphere and the food is outstanding. Extensive wine selection. The service is absolutely top level as it should be for a restaurant of this calibre.
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luana
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ingredients, creativity, food preparation, service, taste, ambiance all excellent!
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Shabnam
Toronto
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Last night we’d a great experience there!we chose signature menu! Every single dish was really exquisite! Our server luisa fernanda was very patient and she was explaining everything perfectly… the view of the city is particular, we ordered a bottle of champagne and a bottle of red wine the gentleman served our drink he was very professional!!! Everyone there is very welcoming and friendly and whole team together made us such a fantastic night ! Thank you so much Don Alfonso , we’re definitely back there!
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Harleen
Toronto
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I got the tasting menu and it was not worth it at all. If you like a lot of uncooked meats with no taste then it’s good for you otherwise just skip out on this place. I have no idea how they have a Michelin star
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Brittany
Montreal
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely an amazing experience, the service is impeccable with great ambience and food!
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Gail
VIP
Toronto
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Received excellent service from Marco. Food was delicious and beautifully presented. Will definitely return for the Signature Tasting Menu.
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Zack
VIP
Washington DC
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
An amazing experience all around. Service was perfect (our server Andrea was, in particular, attentive and accommodating). The food on the tasting menu was delicious and the wine pairings were expertly selected. In particular, I would like to thank the staff for their kind, professional, and prompt service. It made our meal and celebration one we’ll never forget.
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Truong Thai
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had a wonderful time there with my partner. The foods were amazing. The service were top notch. I would like to come back again for more experience.
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Jude
Toronto
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
We were not thrilled with the overall experience. We had enough food and were full. Loved the cocktails and the wine we had. Loved the antipasti…(duck breast) but hard to taste the parsley powder. Too little (on the side) or other items over power its taste. Ravioli…excellent taste but some were overcooked while some were little under cooked. Poor presentation. My wife had Don Alfonso paccheri pasta and she enjoyed it. I had the veal shank…glaze was too thick and strong taste. The veal was either over cooked or something. did not enjoy it. In general …fairly causal so you do not need to think too hard about what to wear or how to behave. Lot of movement of servers giving a very casual atmosphere.
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Nick
New York City
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Food was okay. I have had better food at non Michelin star tasting menu. Presentation was very good. Location we were put in was very hot, near the kitchen, all I could hear was kitchen receipts going every second. We were also on lake side so at night couldn’t see anything and then tucked in a corner. Price was decent compared to other fine dining.
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FAQs

Don Alfonso 1890 is rated 4.8 stars by 2348 OpenTable diners.

Don Alfonso 1890 does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.