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Gusto 501, Toronto, ON

Gusto 501

4.6
4.6
752 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 80 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
Gusto (pronounced Goo-sto) means tasty in Italian. Located in Toronto’s Corktown neighbourhood, Gusto 501 brings together the innovation of sister restaurant Gusto 101 and the soulful hospitality of Janet Zuccarini’s first restaurant, Trattoria Nervosa. Since opening our doors in 2020, Gusto 501 has been serving fresh takes on Italian fare in Toronto’s east end. Designed by award-winning architecture firm PARTISANS, Gusto 501’s space is punctuated by glowing terracotta walls and an oversized “garage door” façade that opens up to reveal a multi-level dining theatre.

Every level of Gusto 501 unfolds into a unique experience. Whatever you're craving, there's always a seat at the table for you - our famiglia.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 477-5647
  • Website
    http://www.gusto501.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Gusto (pronounced Goo-sto) means tasty in Italian. Since opening our doors in 2020, Gusto 501 has been serving fresh takes on Italian fare in Toronto’s east end.
  • Private party contact
    Meg: (416) 477-5647
  • Location
    501 King St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1L9
  • Neighbourhood
    King East
  • Cross Street
    King St. East/Sackville
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Winterlicious

    $45.00 per person

    Jan 31, 2025 - Feb 13, 2025
    Gusto 501 brings an authentic, community-driven culinary experience to Toronto’s east end with a multi-level, open-air dining space, serving rustic Southern Italian fare. Punctuated by a floor-to-ceiling glass façade and reclaimed terracotta accents, this modern space is perfect for a casual dinner or formal event.
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  • Winterlicious

    $34.00 per person

    Jan 31, 2025 - Feb 13, 2025
    Gusto 501 brings an authentic, community-driven culinary experience to Toronto’s east end with a multi-level, open-air dining space, serving rustic Southern Italian fare. Punctuated by a floor-to-ceiling glass façade and reclaimed terracotta accents, this modern space is perfect for a casual dinner or formal event. MISTICANZA (V/GF) or CARPACCIO (GF) or ARANCINI Main Dish CAVATELLI AL POMODORO PASTA (V) or PEPPERONI PIZZA or AMERICANO BURGER Dessert TIRAMISÚ (V) or TORTA DI MANDORLE (V/GF) or CANNOLI (V)
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What 752 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gusto 501 in Toronto offers a dynamic blend of Italian cuisine and chic ambiance. Guests rave about its "amazing food," including standout dishes like truffle pasta and wood-fired pizzas. The multi-level space impresses with its architecture, while the "attentive service" enhances the experience. Perfect for dates or special occasions.

752 Reviews

  1. Jasmine

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Awesome food and service! $1/oz house wine is such a great deal!

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  2. Bryn

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Reservations are only for 1hr20m. We were rushed to leave after sitting for an hour because of another reservation. It’s very annoying.
    Gusto 501Responded 1 day ago
    Hi Bryn, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent experience with us. We are sorry to hear that there were elements of your experience that we could have improved upon. We value all feedback and will share these insights with our team. Thank you, and we hope to host you again.

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  3. Nancy

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were here to celebrate my partner’s birthday and it was great! The food is amazing, the space feels modern and its really nice! We enjoy overall our dinner time here. I will only suggest bigger table as we order some pizza and the table was a bit small we couldn’t move easily, but everything else was amazing, our server was really nice too! Definitely coming back.
    Gusto 501Responded 1 day ago
    Ciao! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us - we can’t wait to see you again!

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  4. Danielle

    Toronto

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been to Gusto many times and this time was disappointing. Same great service and ambience but the portions were much, much smaller than they used to be and the prices were the same or more. Gusto used to be a go-to but with the shrunken portion size and higher prices, I won’t be going back anytime soon.
    Gusto 501Responded 3 days ago
    Hi Danielle, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent experience with us. We are sorry to hear that there were elements of your experience that we could have improved upon. We value all feedback and will share these insights with our team. Thank you, and we hope to host you again.

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  5. Jeremy

    Toronto

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Any Gusto you visit will promise a good meal! Having been a longstanding establishment within the dining community it comes down service. My experience (this time) at Gusto 501 was....fair. Again....food will always be amazing; ambiance was fitting for the evening, but it was the service that was lackluster (again...this time). Our server wasn't around when we needed her and at times we had to ask other servers to call ours over. Trying to give her the benefit of the doubt since it was a busy night but not sure I can get there since we've received more attentive service on busier nights. Aside from that, everything at Gusto was as expected.
    Gusto 501Responded 5 days ago
    Ciao Jeremy, thanks for taking the time to share your recent experience with us. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your dishes, but are sorry to hear that there were elements of your visit that you felt we could improve upon. We value your feedback and will share it with our management team. Thank you, and we hope to see you again.

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  6. Chantale

    Toronto

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was impeccable - attentive, informative and friendly. My dish was a bit overly spiced for my taste however it was fresh- the pasta, the seafood. We tried four different appetizers which were sublime.
    Gusto 501Responded 5 days ago
    Ciao! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us - we can’t wait to see you again!

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  7. JEFF

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Gusto 501 in Toronto impresses with its stunning industrial-chic interior, attentive service, and flavorful menu. The space, with its high ceilings and striking central atrium, creates an inviting ambiance perfect for a night out. Service was spot-on, with knowledgeable staff ensuring a smooth experience. While most dishes were delicious, some were a bit on the salty side. Despite this minor critique, the overall experience was enjoyable, fairly priced, and well worth a visit. I’d recommend it for both casual and special occasions.
    Gusto 501Responded 5 days ago
    Ciao, grazie for taking the time to leave us this kind review! We're glad to hear you enjoyed your visit and we hope to see you again!

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  8. Kirstin

    Grand Rapids

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best lasagna ever!! Love the multi level options. Beautiful interior design and looking forward to outdoor dining on top in the summer!
    Gusto 501Responded 5 days ago
    Ciao Kirstin, thanks for dining with us! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed your Gusto 501 experience and hope to see you again soon!

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  9. Faraz

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Too noisy, we needed to shout to hear each other, tables were very small as well. The hostess was not very welcoming! Bad tiramisu Mediocre margarita Very delicious beef rib pasta! That was really good! Antipasti was also so so!
    Gusto 501Responded 5 days ago
    Hi Faraz, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent experience with us. We are sorry to hear that there were elements of your experience that we could have improved upon. We value all feedback and will share these insights with our team. Thank you, and we hope to host you again.

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  10. Daniyal

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service, great ambience. 10/10 vibe overall.
    Gusto 501Responded 5 days ago
    Ciao Daniyal, thank you for your amazing review. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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FAQs

Gusto 501 offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (416) 477-5647.

Gusto 501 is rated 4.6 stars by 752 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 80 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Gusto 501

501 King St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1L9

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    King St. East/Sackville
  • Neighbourhood
    King East
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.gusto501.com/
  • Phone number
    (416) 477-5647
  • Private party facilities
    Gusto (pronounced Goo-sto) means tasty in Italian. Since opening our doors in 2020, Gusto 501 has been serving fresh takes on Italian fare in Toronto’s east end.
  • Private party contact
    Meg: (416) 477-5647
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