Best Restaurants for People Watching in Leslieville / Riverdale

17 restaurants available nearby

1. Sofia

4.7

Exceptional(1581)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Yorkville

Booked 41 times today

Tapping into true Italian tastes, the menu starts with a selection of antipasti including a citrus salad and grilled octopus, and a plentiful selection of crudo. Mains feature fresh pasta, pesce and locally sourced carne, with a traditional, Italian heritage Chianina florentine steak. The cocktail program is a refreshing medley of signature drinks with an Italian twist. Expertly crafted by mixologist Nishan Nepulangoda, cocktails are enhanced by regional herbs and fresh in-house cordials, and named in tribute to the country’s vast geography and pop culture history. The wine list features many vintages and an extensive selection of true Italian wines rare to the local dining scene.

2. Stock Bar

4.5

Awesome(3463)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Midtown / Uptown

Booked 86 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. ONE Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1640)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Yorkville

Booked 30 times today

With a variety of beautiful dining spaces and dishes that will delight the palate, ONE is sure to impress.The restaurant’s stunning décor was fashioned by award winning design group Yabu Pushelberg. Low light and textured walls create a sumptuous ambiance, perfect for entertaining. The tree-lined candle lit patio is the perfect place to sit back and savour ONE's culinary creations and unique signature cocktails, all the while taking in Yorkville's bustling and exciting street life.If it is private dining you are interested in, ONE Restaurant has two exquisite spaces to offer. The smaller and more intimate Neil Young Room, located off the main dining room and the grand and impressive Yorkville Room, situated just beyond the entrance to the bar lounge.Whether the occasion be personal or business, the chic bar, al fresco oasis or lavish dining room will make for an immersive dining experience day or night.

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4. W Toronto - W LIVING ROOM

4.7

Exceptional(161)

Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Yorkville

Booked 2 times today

Enter the heartbeat of W Toronto, the Living Room & Yard, and experience day-to-night revelry and Toronto’s most celebrated neighborhoods. Living Room’s menu features dishes inspired by the niche pockets of the city and cocktails taking cues from the 60’s hippie culture of Yorkville. Expect daily rituals and weekly programming, indulge in W curated sips and bites, live local music, DJ’s and more.wtorontohotel.com @wtoronto

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5. Cibo Wine Bar - Yorkville

4.5

Awesome(2292)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Yorkville

Booked 19 times today

Yorkville’s Cibo Wine Bar...BIG BOLD & life is BEAUTIFUL Cibo is the newest Italian eatery in the Yorkville area. Created by Liberty Entertainment Group, this bold and beautiful space is a blend of old world rustic and modern industrial chic. HAND-MADE TRADITIONAL ITALIAN CIBO... a true taste of authentic southern cooking fresh made amongst patrons at the open kitchen counter. 2500 BOTTLES OF VINO in a soaring award-winning wine room. From Cibo"s INDUSTRIAL CHIC vibrant bar area to the casual Yorkville Avenue patio, every corner turned offers a distinctly different experience. When in Yorkville, this space cannot be missed!

6. Sassafraz

4.6

Exceptional(3539)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Canadian • Yorkville

Booked 31 times today

A beloved local landmark, Sassafraz has welcomed guests to enjoy its contemporary Canadian cuisine, warm hospitality, and unparalleled service for over two decades. Chef Geoff Webb's ever-evolving seasonal menu showcases our relationships with local farms and purveyors. Set in an array of Victorian rowhouses, Sassafraz has evolved through the decades to become a magical space in the heart of historic Yorkville. The iconic little house and its romantic interior make it one of the most stunning restaurants in Toronto.

7. Paris Paris

4.5

Awesome(383)

Price: Very Expensive

• Wine Bar • Ossington

Booked 15 times today

We're a wine bar & restaurant with low intervention wines by the glass, a cellar full of treasures, seasonal cocktails, and a fun menu of shareable dishes. Open every day. We are now offering brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 11AM to 3PM!Please email us at reservations@parisparis.ca for group bookings larger than 6 people.

8. MEXHICO

4.4

Awesome(99)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Harbourfront

Booked 10 times today

Welcome to Mexhico Foods: Where Mexico Meets the Heart of Flavor!Nestled in the vibrant heart of the city, Mexhico Foods beckons you with the irresistible aroma of authentic Mexican cuisine and the promise of a culinary journey like no other. Our menu is a celebration of the rich tapestry of Mexican culinary heritage, crafted with love and reverence for the time-honored recipes that have been passed down through generations. Each dish at Mexhico Foods is a symphony of bold spices, fresh ingredients, and vibrant colors that dance upon the palate. Our chefs are masters of their craft, infusing every bite with the warmth and hospitality that define Mexican cuisine.But what truly sets Mexhico Foods apart is our commitment to authenticity. We source the finest ingredients from trusted suppliers, ensuring that every dish stays true to its roots and delivers an authentic taste of Mexico with every bite. Buen provecho!

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9. Cucina Buca - Yonge & St Clair

4.6

Exceptional(329)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Midtown / Uptown

Booked 14 times today

Cucina captures the simple essence of Italian food, tradition, and hospitality with warmth and authenticity. Located in the heart of Midtown Toronto, the neighborhood Trattoria draws inspiration from the award-winning culinary heritage of BUCA, offering dishes that champion local producers while showcasing love and appreciation for the best ingredients in every bite. The two-story setting is vibrant, airy, and refined, providing the perfect backdrop for enjoying modern Italian cuisine whether meeting for a business lunch, catching up with friends, dining with family, or enjoying an evening aperitivo.

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10. The Goodman Pub and Kitchen

4.2

Awesome(335)

Price: Expensive

• Canadian • Harbourfront

Booked 1 time today

Located in the Queen’s Quay terminal, at the bottom on York St., The Goodman Pub & Kitchenoffers guests a relaxed, cozy atmosphere with panoramic views of the Toronto Waterfront.Warm up in our rustic, nautical themed dining room or take in the waterfront views in your ownheated patio cabana.Indulge your tastebuds in elevated pub classics like our legendary Chicken Pot Pie, or enjoy oneof our signature dishes – the Blackened Fish Tacos will leave you drooling! But we don’t stop atgreat food and incredible views.The Goodman Pub and Kitchen offers lots of options to our thirsty visitors. Sip on a variety ofhand-crafted cocktails, wines and a complete selection of top-shelf bourbons, whiskies, rums,gins, tequilas and vodkas. With 24 beers on tap and over 20 bottles in the fridge, you’re sure tofind the perfect pour!So what are you waiting for? Drop into The Goodman today and raise a glass!

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Darina
Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This was one of the most delicious foods for the high tea experiences we have ever had!
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W Toronto - W LIVING ROOMPrice: Expensive• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Yorkville
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4.7
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Nancy
Toronto / Ontario •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Perfect setting for our dear friends birthday celebration. Everything was perfect. The sommelier recommended a fabulous Bourgogne, the server suggested perfect sharing items and the hostess pre organized an amazing desert with candle. Thank you for the best time !!
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Stock BarPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Midtown / Uptown
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4.5
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Shadab
Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wish the restaurant would be dog friendly, specially with tge large sitting area that they got, as a suggestion, if anyone with dog could be sitting downstairs as an example. Would be amazing
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Cibo Wine Bar - YorkvillePrice: Expensive• Italian• Yorkville
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4.5
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Mirjana
Toronto / Ontario •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Sofia is always a delight but tonight was special bc of superb service by Ayaan, oud waiter. He was exceptionaly polite pleasant and professional. Went out of his way to provide the best service!!! I have been in Sofia many times but his service was something I rarely see I am honored to have been served by him. Thank you for everything MB
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SofiaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Yorkville
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4.7
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Alexandra vip
Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 14, 2024
Renata was extremely lovely, and made an amazing espresso martini. She was so kind and lovely, definitely will be coming back because of her !
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ONE RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Canadian• Yorkville
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4.6

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17 restaurants available nearby

1. Sofia

2. Stock Bar

3. ONE Restaurant

4. W Toronto - W LIVING ROOM

5. Cibo Wine Bar - Yorkville

6. Sassafraz

7. Paris Paris

8. MEXHICO

9. Cucina Buca - Yonge & St Clair

10. The Goodman Pub and Kitchen

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