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Gusto 501, Toronto, ON

Gusto 501

4.6
4.6
845 Reviews
CAN$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 81 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Neighborhood gem
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 12:00 pm–10:00 pm 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
  • 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
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    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

  • Gustolicious

    CA$45.00 per person

    Mar 3, 2025 - Mar 30, 2025
    This March, immerse yourself in the flavours of Italy with Gusto-licious — a curated dining experience at Gusto 501, available all day (excluding brunch) from March 3 to March 30, 2025, for only $45 per person. Designed for those who crave bold flavours and elevated simplicity, this special menu highlights guest-favourite dishes that celebrate the art of Italian cooking—beyond just pizza and pasta. From fire-grilled mains to vibrant, ingredient-driven plates, each dish invites you to slow down, savour, and be transported to Italy with every bite. Reserve your table and experience the best of Gusto 501—no passport required. 🇮🇹✨🍷 First Course Olives Focaccia Second Course Cavolo Nero Arancini Third Course (choice of 1) Zucca Risotto Gamberi Fra Diviola Pachheri Ai Ragu Genovese Forth Course Torta Di Mandorla

Private dining

What 845 people are saying

Gusto 501 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gusto 501 impresses with "fantastic service," "amazing food," and a "beautiful interior." Diners rave about the "mushroom pasta," which is often recommended as a must-try. The restaurant's "attentive staff" and "great ambiance" make it a top choice for special occasions. Highlights include the "Gustolicious" menu, $1/oz house wine, and chic multi-level dining areas.
845 Reviews
  1. Keeya

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is simple but absolutely delicious. Urban taste of Italy.
    Gusto 501Responded 2 days ago
    Ciao, thank you 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 soon.

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  2. Scott

    Toronto9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Consistently great food and service. Fun atmosphere. Good music.
    Gusto 501Responded 2 days ago
    Ciao! Thank you for your wonderful review. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  3. Majavan

    Toronto3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    When making reservations on opentable I made a request for a booth / private seating in a low traffic area. I got the complete opposite. I asked the server if they could accommodate my request I made during the reservation, but they did not. We went for the 4 course meal and each dish was ok. Nothing spectacular. Over priced drinks that tasted like fructose corn syrup with alcohol. Washroom was nasty.
    Gusto 501Responded 3 days ago
    Hi, 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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  4. Catalina

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great, the food, the service, the music 10/10 :)
    Gusto 501Responded 3 days ago
    Ciao! Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with us. We are thrilled you enjoyed your time and look forward to hosting you again!

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  5. ANJANETTE

    Toronto2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went here to celebrate a birthday had the 4 course set menu food was delicious service was excellent
    Gusto 501Responded 3 days ago
    Ciao, thank you 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 soon.

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  6. SandraG

    Toronto3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food, a little loud for my liking but overall wonderful dinner.
    Gusto 501Responded 3 days ago
    Ciao, thank you 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 soon.

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  7. Andrea

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was very impressed with the food and the service. The food was lovely. We felt well taken care of.
    Gusto 501Responded 3 days ago
    Ciao! Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience with us. We are thrilled you enjoyed your time and look forward to hosting you again!

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  8. Samantha

    Ottawa2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were celebrating a birthday and the staff was very nice and accommodated our request to bring our own cake very nicely. They re lit the candles so we could get more photos with them lit up and then they cut and served it for us. The service, atmosphere, and food were all excellent.
    Gusto 501Responded 3 days ago
    Samantha, grazie for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're so glad we could help make the birthday celebration special, and we hope to welcome you back soon for more memorable moments!

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  9. Ellah VIP

    Toronto5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall had an amazing experience. We ordered the Mushroom pasta, Margherita pizza and the Carbonara pizza. The drinks were okay, we ordered the white sangria and two of the cocktails with tequila. The service was also great aside from the fact that we were asked to leave our table before we received the take out box with my left over pizza in it. It was getting busy so we didn’t wanna stick around and just stand in the middle of the 2nd floor and wait for the box so we just left. The pizza was really good so I was hoping to take it home. They did ask us to leave politely and it was made clear that we only had 1.5 hours to dine so that was fine. I’m just disappointed that I didn’t get to take home my left over carbonara pizza. I wanted to give the service 4.8 stars but we can’t give 0.8 stars so I had to choose 4.
    Gusto 501Responded 3 days ago
    Ciao, thank you for joining us; we're so glad you enjoyed your chosen dishes! On your next visit, please let a host or server know if you are waiting for your food to be packed up. We want you to be able to enjoy the full dish even if you can't finish it in restaurant. We hope to see you again!

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  10. JennyG

    Toronto3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I absolutely love Gusto 501! The food is always fantastic, the service is exceptional! It’s always my go to and it’s beautiful inside!!
    Gusto 501Responded 7 days ago
    Ciao Jenny, 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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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 845 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 81 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Gusto 501

501 King St E, Toronto, ON M5A 1L9

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    King St. East/Sackville
  • Neighborhood
    King East
  • Hours of operation
    Thu 12:00 pm–10:00 pm 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
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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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