Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Leslieville / Riverdale

42 restaurants available nearby

1. Aera

4.3

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • King West

Booked 68 times today

A stylish steakhouse, sushi counter and cocktail bar with panoramic views of downtown Toronto, Aera celebrates the art of contemporary American cuisine. Presenting a range of superior steaks and chops, a seasonal raw bar, and creative reimaginings of beloved comfort dishes, Aera promises peak indulgence 38 floors above the city. Please note that all reservations from 2:30–5pm from Monday to Friday, after 10pm from Monday to Wednesday, and after 11pm from Thursday to Saturday will be offered our bar bites menu. For our full à la carte lunch and dinner menus, please make a reservation during our regular dining hours.For bottle-service, please contact us via aerarestaurant.com

2. 1 Kitchen

4.5

Awesome(307)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • King West

Booked 5 times today

At 1 Kitchen, we serve fresh, local, and sustainably sourced farm-to-table Southern Ontario cuisine. An on-site, 100% organic garden and beehive provide fresh, robust ingredients that we blend into sublime meals, from morning to night. Zero-waste kitchen dishes spotlight the restaurant’s commitment to preserving the beauty and bounty of nature. And then there’s the bar, where cold-pressed juices form the base of 1 Kitchen’s cocktails. The wine list highlights unique and iconic Canadian and International selections—many biodynamic or organic. Light-filled and open, 1 Kitchen is a place that’s comfortable by nature, where you can eat mindfully and well, and savour the flavours that come straight from the garden.

3. Alo Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(451)

Price: Very Expensive

• International • Entertainment District

Booked 19 times today

Alo is a contemporary French restaurant located atop a heritage building in downtown Toronto. Our cuisine is internationally inspired and celebrates the finest in seasonal ingredients paired with a genuine sense of welcome. Alo was awarded one Michelin Star in 2022, 2023 and 2024. For large party bookings and/or private events please contact us at info@alorestaurant.com

4. Giulietta

4.9

Exceptional(2181)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Little Portugal / Dundas West

Booked 51 times today

Chef Rob Rossi & David Minicucci, have collaborated to bring a genuine neighbourhood restaurant to Dufferin Grove.Designed by acclaimed architect Guido Costantino, a beguiling interior sets the stage for a convivial dining experience that honours traditional Italian fare while showcasing stand-out ingredients. Original brick and beam frame this warm, welcoming space where no detail is left unconsidered. Copper, Italian wool and red oxidized steel accents interplay with blonde wood and terrazzo, creating a rich, textured environment.We look forward to welcoming you soon.**Reservations are available within 14 days** Bar / Main BarStandard / Dining RoomCounter / Chef's Bar4169640606 | @giulietta972'22, '23, '24 Michelin Guide | Toronto'19 Canada's 100 Best | Best New Restaurant #1'19 Canada's 100 Best | Best Overall #9'19 Toronto Life | Best New Restaurant #3'18 EnRoute | Best New Restaurant #5

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5. Cibo Wine Bar - Yorkville

4.4

Awesome(2306)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Yorkville

Booked 32 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. Gusto 501

4.6

Exceptional(776)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • King East

Booked 65 times today

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.

7. JOEY King St

4.8

Exceptional(282)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Financial District

Booked 306 times today

In the heart of Toronto’s iconic King Street in the vibrant financial district, JOEY King St is the largest JOEY in North America, spanning 19,000 sq ft in the historical Royal Bank building. With creative culinary concepts, elegant private dining spaces, a thoughtfully curated art collection, and a menu fit for a king, the Toronto location will redefine the dining experience with exclusive offerings.

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8. Azhar Kitchen + Bar

4.7

Exceptional(272)

Price: Expensive

• Middle Eastern • Ossington

Booked 26 times today

Azhar Kitchen + Bar is a neighbourhood gathering place for soulful Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East inspired food and drink — hand-made and fire-cooked. Interesting and ever-changing wine list, seasonal cocktails, a warm ambiance and local ingredients are just a few things that accentuate the experience.Important Dining InformationWe have a 15 minute grace period. Please message us or give us a call if you are running late. Your table will be reserved for 1h45m hours for parties of up to 2, 2 hours for parties of 3-6, and 2.5 hours for parties of 7 and above starting from the time of the booked reservation. Important Waitlist InformationAfter being notified your table is ready, you will have 5 minutes to confirm via SMS. Once a confirmation has been received on our end, the table will be held for an additional 10 minutes.

9. Buca Yorkville

4.5

Awesome(1469)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Yorkville

Booked 22 times today

Buca Osteria & Bar is more than an Italian restaurant. In the spirit of the widely celebrated first location of Buca on King Street, the outpost in the heart of Yorkville is a place to be inspired by the innovation of the restaurant’s creative, artisanal fare, rooted in Italian tradition. Buca Osteria & Bar offers a broad selection of fresh and impeccably prepared seafood, in addition to their much loved pizzas, pastas, and cured fish. Executive Chef Jorge Fiestas creates an authentic Italian seafood cuisine. Buca has consistently been celebrated for using the freshest, carefully selected ingredients. Featuring sophisticated décor and an open-concept kitchen, the restaurant’s warmth and attention to detail stand out, both in environment and ingredients.

10. Alder

4.7

Exceptional(388)

Price: Expensive

• American • King West

Booked 36 times today

Alder’s kitchen is centered around its wood-fired grill and hearth. For the menu, Chef Patrick Kriss of the award-winning and nationally acclaimed Alo Food Group draws inspiration from traditions and techniques long-practiced in and around the Mediterranean – spanning Spain, France, Italy, Greece, Turkey, Tunisia and Morocco. Whether you’re flying solo with an Alder Burger and a beer, gathering friends for small plates and cocktails, or diving into a feast of prime meats and fresh seafood, we’ve got you covered. Awarded a spot on the Toronto Michelin Guide for 2023 and 2024, Alder is a warm and comfortable place to be, like just the right distance from a bonfire.Alder is located in The Ace Hotel just a short walk away from most theatres, museums, Rogers Centre & Scotiabank Arena. The perfect cozy setting to begin your evening, with a diverse menu and genuine service team to make it a memorable one.Serving brunch on Saturday & Sunday, come try our new menu!

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Lauren
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Everything about this visit to Aera was wonderful. From great service, timing of food coming out to the table to the food itself and ambiance. Would 100% go back and recommend to friends!
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AeraPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• King West
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4.3
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Tony
Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Fantastic service and everything was delicious. Beyond my expectations and will definitely visit again.
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GiuliettaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Little Portugal / Dundas West
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4.9
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Joshua
Calgary / Southern Alberta •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Michael is the goat. He is the best restaurant staff member I’ve ever seen. Go here if you want to be treated right.
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Alo RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• International• Entertainment District
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4.9
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VivianVIP
Toronto / Ontario •60 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 27, 2024
The food and services were excellent. The chicken parmigiana and the strip loin steak were perfect.
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Cibo Wine Bar - YorkvillePrice: Expensive• Italian• Yorkville
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4.4
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Elma
Montreal / Quebec •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 23, 2024
It’s a good place especially for big groups. The ambience is very welcoming and the staffs are very polite.
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1 KitchenPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• King West
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4.5

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42 restaurants available nearby

1. Aera

2. 1 Kitchen

3. Alo Restaurant

4. Giulietta

5. Cibo Wine Bar - Yorkville

6. Gusto 501

7. JOEY King St

8. Azhar Kitchen + Bar

9. Buca Yorkville

10. Alder

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