Diners' Choice: Contemporary American restaurants in Toronto

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Grey Gardens

4.8

4.8 (1221)

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary American

Chinatown / Kensington Market

About the restaurant

Hello, we are looking forward to you joining us at Grey Gardens! Bar Seating option is at our chef's counter, surrounding the kitchen, and at our wine bar.

Top review

LucasVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Absolutely incredible experience from start to finish. Thank you so much!

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Grey Monday - December 23

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New Year's Eve at Grey Gardens!

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Grey Monday - January 27

Moxies - Dixon Road

4.4

4.4 (323)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary American

Airport

About the restaurant

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RobinVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Service was outstanding. Just the right amount of attention. Food was excellent. It is attached to the Sandman hotel so it was pretty busy for a Monday night.

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Experience

New Year's Eve

Gatsby by Windsor Arms

4.5

4.5 (347)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary American

Yorkville

About the restaurant

Gatsby was created to satisfy the needs and comforts of travelers and local Torontonians alike. Windsor Arms’ restaurant features an Italian-forward menu, delighting guests with a variety of classic and contemporary Italian dishes and delectable comfort foods. Gatsby also has a premium international wine selection, which is the proud recipient of the Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator for five consecutive years.

Interior designer Jacques Dinel of Dinel Designs brought British influence to the restaurant, setting the atmosphere of luxurious comfort. Decorated with original print art from the UK and a formal dining area with original Charles Pachter paintings. Furnished with oversized Chesterfields and comfortable leather seating, The Gatsby is perfect for conducting your meetings, get-togethers, or hosting formal dining events.

Gatsby offers live music events on Thursday and Friday evenings, making it the perfect spot for date night or an evening out with friends.-

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MichaelVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Excellent choice for lunch. Beautiful room, and very quiet with not many people. Service was excellent and prices, considering it was Windsor Arms Hotel was reasonable. Good spot for a business lunch for sure or a bit of a splurge if it’s not. Had an excellent Caesar salad, ravioli, lovely desserts.

Petty Cash

4.7

4.7 (86)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary American

King West

About the restaurant

Petty Cash is a neighbourhood social house on the corner of Portland & Adelaide in the heart of Toronto. Sitting on the border between two of the city’s most vibrant neighbourhoods, Petty Cash offers familiar dishes with insane flavour.
Our goal is to make everyone who walks through our doors feel like a regular.
We look forward to seeing you!

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scott

Dined on Nov 30, 2024

The staff were friendly, helpful and attentive. The food was quite good. The sopprrssata pizza was particularly good.

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Popular dish

MARGHERITA

Moxies - Scarborough

4.5

4.5 (114)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary American

Scarborough

About the restaurant

Moxies restaurant is a contemporary casual restaurant offering a globally inspired menu and hand crafted cocktails in a vibrant and interactive atmosphere. Moxies has over 50 locations across Canada and 6 US locations in Dallas, Houston and Miami. We are excited for you to experience everything Moxies has to offer!

Located inside the Scarborough Town Centre Shopping Mall, Moxies is in the heart of Scarborough city centre and just minutes away from tourism destinations like the Coliseum Cinema. Next time you’re downtown, pop in for a late-night snack or dinner with family. We feature a wide-array of diverse flavours that will be sure to satisfy your entire table. Executive Chef Brandon Thordarson has created tasty dishes to complement our global menu!

Looking for an ice cold beverage? Come enjoy a fresh Mojito, glass of wine or White Peach Bellini! We’re easily accessible via Highway 401 and offer free Wi-Fi and Daily Drink Specials!

Top review

Dined 7 days ago

The soup arrived at the table lukewarm, it was not cold, but it was not hot either. Otherwise all is good. Nice place. Wish the menu has some brunch items though, we were there at 11 am.

Moxies - Fairview Mall

4.5

4.5 (366)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary American

North York / Shops at Don Mills

About the restaurant

Moxies restaurant is a contemporary casual restaurant offering a globally inspired menu and hand crafted cocktails in a vibrant and interactive atmosphere. Moxies has over 50 locations across Canada and 6 US locations in Dallas, Houston and Miami. We are excited for you to experience everything Moxies has to offer!

Moxies is located at Fairview Mall, at the corner of Don Mills Rd and Sheppard Avenue East. You can find us on the south side of the mall, next to The Bay, with exterior access to the parking lot. Our Executive Chef Brandon Thordarson has created a menu offering a wide-array of steaks, burgers, pastas and seafood! No matter the occasion, whether it's a business luncheon, a dinner date, or late night drinks with friends, Moxies offers something for everyone.

Moxies features daily drink specials, a relaxing patio and a delectable blend of unique cocktails, flavourful wines and a variety of beers to choose from. Next time you’re in the neighbourhood, be sure to pop in!

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PattiVIP

Dined 4 days ago

The salmon was exquisite!! I had it with jasmine rice, roasted butternut squash and brussel sprouts. I opted out of the sauce because I don’t usually have sauce. I prefer the true flavour of the food. The salmon (medium rare, just cooked) was absolutely delicious. My server was very friendly with a positive vibe. Highly recommend!

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4.5

4.5 (726)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary American

Roncesvalles

About the restaurant

Your neighbourhood restaurant and bar, serving upscale pub fare, craft beer, and classic cocktails. Located in Roncesvalles Village

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LYNDA

Dined 5 days ago

We were celebrating my friend’s birthday, which I noted on the reservation but they didn’t even offer a dessert, the service was good but the separate checks was awkward since I was paying for both our meals & had to correct them… Nice people & friendly atmosphere

Moxies - Yorkdale

4.3

4.3 (432)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary American

Midtown / Uptown

About the restaurant

Moxies restaurant is a contemporary casual restaurant offering a globally inspired menu and hand crafted cocktails in a vibrant and interactive atmosphere. Moxies has over 50 locations across Canada and 6 US locations in Dallas, Houston and Miami. We are excited for you to experience everything Moxies has to offer!

Located at Yorkdale Shopping Centre, find us through the north entrance, across the hall from Silver City Cinemas. Our Executive Chef Brandon Thordarson has created a menu offering a wide-array of steaks, burgers, pastas and seafood! No matter the occasion, whether it's a business luncheon or much needed break from shopping, a dinner date, or late night drinks with friends, Moxies offers something for everyone.

Moxies features daily drink specials and a delectable blend of unique cocktails, flavorful wines and a variety of beers to choose from. Next time you’re at Yorkdale Mall, be sure to pop in!

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Garfield

Dined 1 day ago

Enjoyed the services. Seat was available. I received a quiet area of the restaurant. Service was awesome! I always have my business lunch at this location.

Roses Social

4.4

4.4 (439)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary American

Liberty Village

About the restaurant

Roses is a modern North American restaurant inspired by culinary trends across the continent.

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BrandonVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Amazing as always. Kind hospitable staff and delicious food. Can’t wait to return

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Popular dish

Fried Chicken

Popular dish

LOBSTER & SHRIMP ROLL

Experience

The Patron Experience

Union Social Eatery St. Clair

4.5

4.5 (585)

CAN$30 and under

Contemporary American

Midtown / Uptown

About the restaurant

Union Social Eatery is a new, premium casual eatery known for its well crafted menus and cocktails, an extensive draught and wine selection and the kind of place where comfort rules, and your table is your own little escape. It's a place where you can be yourself, relax, laugh with friends and enjoy great food.

It's common dining, done uncommonly well!

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Kathleen

Dined on Dec 3, 2024

We were running late and Union Social was fabulous about getting us in and out really quickly so we could make our event time! We both had steak frites, which were spot on. Thank you. Will come again!

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