The Hazelton Hotel - Toronto, ON

Easily the Best Hotel in Toronto!

A luxury boutique hotel, The Hazelton Hotel in Toronto is located in the heart of the exclusive neighborhood of Yorkville on the corner of Hazelton and Yorkville avenues. This hotel is just steps away from famous art galleries, museums, restaurants and even the luxury shops of Bloo...

Yorkville

SoHo Metropolitan Hotel - Toronto, ON

Personal Service, Comfortable Accommodations = Bombastic

SoHo Metropolitan Hotel - Toronto, Ontario Located in the heart of downtown Toronto's Theater and Entertainment District, with just under 100 rooms and suites, is the small, luxury hotel, Soho Metropolitan Hotel. We had found out about SoHo Metropolitan Hotel online a...

Theater and Entertainment District

Thompson Hotel - Toronto, ON

Uber Trendy, Superior Service

Thomson Toronto is located at the corner of Bathurst and Wellington near the King West neighborhood in Toronto. The first international branch of the Thompson chain, this hotel is close to Chinatown and all the happening spots on King Street West and Queen Street West....

Wellington West

Four Seasons Hotel - Toronto, ON

Consisently Solid - a Truly Bombastic Hotel

The Four Seasons hotel in Toronto is situated in the heart of Yorkville, Toronto’s shopping and entertainment district. The Royal Ontario Museum and the Gardner Museum of Ceramic Art are located just a short stroll away from this hotel. ...

Yorkville

Le Germain - Toronto, ON

Reasonable Prices, Super Service = Bombastic!

Le Germain - Toronto, ON: Conveniently located in the heart of the Toronto's popular entertainment district, Le Germain is part of the Germain Group of hotels, with other locations in Calgary, Montreal, and Quebec. First Impression/Lobby: Upon arrival, we were quickl...

King Street West

Windsor Arms Hotel - Toronto, ON

Gorgeous property, but just too many flaws

The Windsor Arms Hotel of Toronto has been titled the '#1 Hotel in Toronto' by the Conde Nast Traveler Magazine. Located near Yorkville, Windsor Arms Hotel is an exclusive boutique hotel located in a building that exudes an old world charm. With its 28 luxurious suites, the...

Yorkville

Le Meridien King Edward – Toronto, ON

Le Meridien King Edward is a historic hotel situated in the heart of central Toronto's financial district. Opened in 1903, this hotel was the first luxury hotel in Toronto. The main attractions of the city like the Eaton Center, Harbour Front and the Air Canada Center are located ...

King Street East

InterContinental Hotel Town Centre - Toronto, ON

InterContinental Hotel Town Center - Toronto: The InterContinental Hotel situated in downtown Toronto is attached to the Metro Toronto Convention Center. The prime location of this hotel ensures that all major attractions in the area are within walking distance....

Entertainment District

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Did you know that every month thousands of people visit the Toronto section of Bombastic Life? Most were readers are right here in Toronto, but many were from other parts of Canada, the US and actually, from all parts of the world. What do they have in common? They are looking for pl...

Pizzeria Libretto - Toronto, ON

Easily the best pizza in Toronto

Pizzeria Libretto is located in one of Toronto's top party spots, Ossington Avenue. This pizzeria is known for its authentic Neapolitan pizza baked in a wood fired oven brought in from Naples. Pizzeria Libretto also has a branch at Danforth Avenue....

Italian
Pizza

Ossington

Blowfish Sushi Restaurant - Toronto, ON

Fresh, Delicious Sushi, Made Great by Chic Interiors

Blowfish Restaurant and Sake Bar was renowned for its excellent cuisine and extensive selection of sake. Located in the Bank of Toronto building, the restaurant is also popular for its trendy ambience set amidst classical architectural frame. Having always garnered great restaur...

Japanese
Sushi

King Streeet West

Terra Cotta Inn Restaurant in Caledon (outside Toronto), ON

The prefect getaway from Toronto

Situated along the banks of the picturesque Credit River in Caledon, Terra Cotta Inn is the creative product of Roberto Florindi who is also the chef at Terra Cotta Inn. The view offered here is spell-binding in every way; sprawling towering lush green trees, birds gliding d...

Italian

Caledon

Prime Restaurant at Windsor Arms Hotel - Toronto, ON

The best place for amazing cuisine in Toronto

Located in the Windsor Arms Hotel, Prime Restaurant proved to be one of the best restaurants in Toronto we have had the pleasure of eating at. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, this modern steakhouse with its beautiful décor, amazing cuisine and the famed offer of its wi...

Steakhouse

Yorkville

Wabora Sushi at Thompson Hotel - Toronto, ON

Some really great dishes, some so-so, but still worth a try!

Wabora Sushi – Toronto, ON: As we were staying at Toronto’s Thompson Hotel, we decided to go and try Wabora Sushi despite knowing it had gotten some bad reviews. Once we entered the place, we were greeted by a big dining space that had and upscale design and an atmosphere...

Japanese

Wellington West

Ki Sushi - Toronto, ON

Great sushi in a upbeat atmosphere

Located on Bay Street in Downtown Toronto, Ki Sushi specializes in modern Japanese cuisine. This restaurant is a hotspot for sushi in Toronto. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends. Ki Sushi has a modern and contemporary décor. This restaurant ...

Japanese
Sushi

Financial District

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Boehmer Restaurant - Toronto, ON

Old garage turned into a chic, must visit restaurant.

Boehmer – Toronto, ON: Housed in a former auto garage, Boehmer is run by Chef Paul Boehmer. This spacious restaurant is located on the burgeoning Ossington Avenue in Toronto. Reservations are recommended as the place is packed even on weekdays. ...

American (New)

Ossington

Blowfish on Bay Sushi Restaurant - Toronto, ON

Great Sushi in the Financial District!

Blowfish on Bay is a Japanese restaurant located at the corner of Bay and Temperance Streets in downtown Toronto. The second venture from the owners of Blowfish, this restaurant serves Japanese fusion cuisine in a chic and vibrant atmosphere. ...

Japanese
Sushi

Financial District

Sassafraz - Toronto, ON

Perfect at almost every step!

Sassafraz is located in the posh Yorkville neighborhood of Toronto. This restaurant is housed in a quaint yellow Victorian house at the corner of Bellair and Cumberland. A celebrity destination, this restaurant serves a French-inspired Canadian cuisine in a fine dining setting....

Canadian
French

Yorkville

L’ Espresso Bar Mercurio – Toronto, ON

Pefert for a quick bite to eat

L’ Espresso Bar Mercurio – Toronto, ON: An Italian owned restaurant, L’ Espresso Bar Mercurio is located near The Bata Shoe Museum on Bloor Street. A self-serve establishment, this restaurant cum café is a favorite spot for brunch among the locals and University of Toronto student...

Breakfast/Brunch
Cafe
Sandwiches

Yorkville

Caren Wine and Cheese Bar - Toronto, ON

Perfect spot in Yorkville

Caren’s Wine & Cheese Bar – Toronto, ON: A quaint French restaurant, Caren’s Wine & Cheese Bar is located in the heart of fashionable Yorkville in Toronto. This restaurant specializes in wine and cheese and is open for lunch and dinner on weekdays and for brunch on weekends. Reservations are recommended since this wine bar is hugely popular. ...

Wine Bar

Yorkville

Babur Indian Restaurant - Toronto, ON

My Favorite Indian Restaurant in Toronto

Babur Indian Restaurant – Toronto, ON: Nestled in the heart of the city, Babur is touted by many as one of the best Indian restaurants in Toronto. Named after the founder of the Mughal Dynasty of India, Emperor Babur, the restaurant aims to recreate the royal meals ser...

Indian

Queen Street West

L'unita Italian Restaurant - Toronto, ON

Fabulous Italian Dining in Toronto

L'unita Italian Restaurant - Toronto, ON: An Italian restaurant, L'unita is located in the former home of the French restaurant Arlequin in Avenue Road, Toronto. This restaurant serves “new” Italian fare made with seasonal local ingredients. “Italian food with a Canadian h...

Italian

Yorkville

Insomnia Cafe - Toronto, ON

Bombastic Brunch on Bloor

Insomnia Cafe - Toronto, ON: Insomnia Cafe on Bloor Street West in Toronto is hugely popular for its traditional brunch menu. A café/restaurant during the day and a restaurant bar at night, this café serves brunch and dinner. Reservations are accepted till 10 am and after ...

Breakfast/Brunch
Mediterranean

The Annex

1800 Degree Restaurant - Toronto (Etobicoke), ON

Just May Be the Best Steak in Toronto

1800 Degrees - Toronto, ON: Located on Bloor Street West in Toronto (Etobicoke), 1800 Degrees is highly touted as home to the best steak in Toronto. This was our second trip to 1800 Degrees and we went to the restaurant on a Friday night, prepared for a busy cr...

Steakhouse

Etobicoke

Weslodge Lodge - Toronto, ON

Worth going to just to see the decor

Weslodge Saloon - Toronto, ON: Located on King Street West in Toronto, Weslodge is a high end saloon style restaurant that serves fusion cuisine. A pair of huge yellow doors make it almost impossible to miss this place on King Street West. Reservations are highly recommend...

Canadian

King Street West

School Restaurant - Toronto, ON

One school I wouldn't mind going back to again and again.

School Restaurant - Toronto, ON: School Restaurant in Liberty Village is a scholastically themed restaurant. Owned by chef cum owner Brad Moore, this is a popular brunch spot in Toronto. Since this restaurant doesn’t accept reservations, it is recommended to reach the place early....

Breakfast/Brunch

Liberty Village

Scarpetta Italian Restaurant – Toronto, ON

Easily one of the best Italian restaurants in Toronto

Scarpetta Italian Restaurant - Toronto, ON: Located in the trendy Thompson Hotel in King Street West Village is Scarpetta Italian restaurant by celebrity chef Scott Conant. Chef Conant has been a judge at Chopped on the Food Network and been on many other national TV shows....

Italian

King Street West

La Societe - Toronto, ON

Lovely, Delicious, Superior Service

La Societe French Bistro - Toronto, ON: La Societe is a glamorous French bistro located in the Colonnade on Bloor Street West in Toronto. A Charles Khabouth and Danny Soberano joint, this restaurant has been successful in recreating a classic Parisian bistro right in the mid...

French

Yorkville

George Restaurant - Toronto, ON

Amazing Food and Atmosphere = Bombastic!

George Restaurant - Toronto, ON: George Restaurant is located on Queen Street E in Toronto. This restaurant serves International and Canadian cuisine and is situated in a former 1850s chocolate factory. Led by executive chef Lorenzo Loseto and a qualified team of sommeliers...

Canadian

Queen Street East

Bent Restaurant -Toronto, ON

Even better than we imagined!

Bent Restaurant - Toronto, ON: Bent is located on the up and coming Dundas Street at Bathurst, a few blocks from Trinity Bellwoods Park. Owned by Susur Lee, this restaurant has been designed by his wife Brenda Bent and managed by his sons Kai and Levi Bent-Lee. Located in a pretty...

Asian (Fusion)
Canadian

Little Italy

Brassaii Cafe, Restaurant and Lounge - Toronto, ON

It is all about the atmosphere

Situated in the heart of the modish King West District in Ontario, Toronto is the much acclaimed Brassaii Restaurant and Lounge. Flanked by a cobblestone palazzo courtyard and an appealing outdoor patio, Brassaii Restaurant and Lounge is definitely one of the ‘must vi...

Breakfast/Brunch
Cafe
Lounge
Mediterranean

King Street West

Foxley's Bar and Bistro - Toronto, ON

A Small Neighborhood Bistro Offering Mediocre Food

Foxley Bistro and Bar in Toronto offers Asian and Pan-Latin cuisine and is a casual dining bistro in Toronto meant for a quick bite. This restaurant of Chef Tom Thai’s is a neighborhood hangout with its casual air ambience and decent food. ...

Asian (Fusion)
Thai
Vietnamese

Ossington

Centro - Toronto, ON

Didn't quite live up to its potential

Centro – Toronto, ON: Centro Restaurant and Lounge is an upmarket restaurant in Toronto that serves the New American cuisine. Located in the upscale Yonge and Eglinton neighborhood in Toronto, this restaurant serves Italian, French and Asian dishes. Reservations are a must...

American (New)

Yonge and Eglinton

Sotto Sotto Italian Restaurant - Toronto, ON

Sotto Sotto is an Italian restaurant located on the upscale Avenue Road in Yorkville, Toronto. This restaurant serves authentic Italian cuisine and is a favourite among celebrities and locals alike. You never know whom you might be rubbing shoulders with while dining here. Reserv...

Italian

Yorkville

Ciao Wine Bar and Restaurant - Toronto, ON

You can't beat their lunch special!

Ciao Wine Bar and Restaurant in Yorkville – Toronto, ON: Ciao Wine Bar is an Italian eatery and wine bar situated across the Hazelton Hotel in the Yorkville District of Toronto. This sprawling 8,000 square feet restaurant has been created by the Liberty Entertainment Group....

Italian
Wine Bar

Yorkville

Buca Italian Restaurant - Toronto, ON

One word - Disappointing

Buca is an Italian Restaurant located at King West village in Toronto. Buca Italian Restaurant is a new venture from the same group that operated the famous steakhouse, Jacobs and Co. and bistro house, Brassaii. Knowing that getting a table at Buca is difficult, some even s...

Italian

King Street West

One Restaurant at The Hazelton - Toronto, ON

Our one visit may be our only visit

The Hazelton Hotel is considered as one of Yorkville’s classiest hotels in downtown Toronto with a five star hotel rating. Located at the center of the district, the Hazelton Hotel features One Restaurant operated by the celebrity chef Mark McEwan....

Canadian
International

Yorkville

Campagnolo Italian Restaurant - Toronto, ON

Great Food, So-So Service... Almost Bombastic

Campagnolo Italian Restaurant - Toronto: Campagnolo is an Italian restaurant located at Dundas and Euclid in the Little Italy neighborhood of Toronto. The first solo venture of Chef Craig Harding, this popular restaurant is open Wednesday through Sunday. Reservations are hi...

Italian

Little Italy

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Salt Wine Bar – Toronto, ON

A neat place for tapas and wine

Salt Wine Bar – Toronto, ON: Salt Wine bar is located on Ossington Avenue in Toronto. Situated next to the Pizzeria Libretto, this bar serves a modern version of Iberian/Canadian tapas. Reservations are recommended since this bar is always buzzing with happy diners....

Tapas/Small Plates
Wine Bar

Ossington

Sunset Grill - Toronto, ON

A so-so breakfast in the Beaches area

Sunset Grill – Toronto, ON Situated on Queen Street in the Beaches area of Toronto, Sunset Grill has built a name for itself as a breakfast diner with a massive following. Seeing as we were looking for the best breakfast in Toronto, naturally we headed on over to see i...

Breakfast/Brunch

Beaches

Drake Hotel - Toronto, ON

Cool and Hip Place on Queen Street West

Drake Hotel – Toronto, ON: The Drake Hotel is located on Queen Street West in Toronto, Ontario. Home to a variety of restaurants, clubs and bars, this hotel opened in 1890 as “Small’s Hotel”. A popular destination for many, the Drake Hotel is not just a place to stay; it’s ...

American (New)
Bar
Sushi
Tapas/Small Plates

Queen Street West

Vero Trattoria – Toronto, ON

Decent food in a casual setting

Vero Trattoria – Toronto, ON: An Italian restaurant, Vero Trattoria is situated in Bayview Avenue in the Davisville neighborhood of Toronto. This restaurant serves brunch, lunch and dinner and is located on the spot where Joe Fiasco’s used to be. The menu at this casual di...

Italian

Davisville

Pure Spirits Oyster House and Grill - Toronto, ON

Oysters and Much More in the Distillery District

Pure Spirits Oyster House and Grill - Toronto, ON Nestled in the heart of The Distillery District on Tank House Lane in Toronto, Pure Spirits Oyster House and Grill is steeped in history. Here was the very room where clandestine barrels of whiskey started their journey acros...

International
Seafood

Distillery District

Kanji Sushi and Sake Bar - Toronto, Canada

Great Sushi, Poor Service

Kanji Sushi and Sake Bar - Toronto, Canada: Located on Queen Street West in the Parkdale neighborhood is the funky and upbeat Kanji Sushi and Sake Bar (not to be confused with Kaji Sushi on Queensway). We were here on a Saturday night and the place was packed (reservations a...

Sushi

Parkdale

Jacobs & Co. Steakhouse - Toronto, ON

Really it's the top steak house in Toronto?

Jacobs & Co. Steakhouse - Toronto, ON: Located in Brant Street between Adelaide & King Street West, Jacobs & Co. Steakhouse is a modern take on a classic steakhouse. This place has been getting a lot of positive reviews and is recommended by most as one of the best places in Toron...

Steakhouse

King Street West

Kaji Japanese Cuisine - Toronto, ON

A Great Experience, Just Not What We Expected

Sushi Kaji –Toronto, ON: Sushi Kaji is located in Etobicoke on the Queensway between Royal York Road and Islington Avenue in Toronto. Though situated in an unimpressive strip mall, this restaurant is hugely popular among sushi lovers. Reservations are a must since seating i...

Japanese
Sushi

Etobicoke

Pear Tree - Toronto, ON

Decent place for brunch in Toronto

Pear Tree Restaurant - Toronto, ON: The Pear Tree restaurant is located in the heart of the Cabbagetown neighborhood in Toronto. Established in 1993, this restaurant serves Canadian, Cajun, French and Italian cuisine. The brunch served at this restaurant is very popular and...

Breakfast/Brunch
Canadian
Italian

Cabbagetown

JaBistro Modern Japanese Restaurant - Toronto, ON

Chic and Trendy, but Below Par Food

JaBistro Modern Japanese Restaurant - Toronto, ON Listed as one of the top new restaurants in Toronto in the April 2013 edition of Toronto Life magazine, JaBistro was on our radar as a must visit, review and add to our other Toronto reviews on our site....

Japanese
Sushi

Entertainment District

Crown Princess, Dim Sum - Toronto, ON

Sadly Not the Best Dim Sum

Crown Princess – Toronto, ON We have been to many dim sum restaurants before and fell in love with the Din Tai Fung chain in Shanghai, Beijing and Hong Kong. While in Toronto, we had been on a quest to find the best dim sum Toronto had to offer and the name we kept hearing...

Chinese
Dim Sum

Downtown, University of Toronto

MBCo (Montreal Bread Company) - Toronto, ON

The best stop-over for a quick bite to eat

MBCo (Montreal Bread Company) – Toronto, ON: - MBCo is a café in Toronto that is part of a chain-restaurant, very famous for its delicious, chic and trendy, home-style food. The concept of the café rests around offering European culinary in an innovative style. Hand-...

Cafe
Sandwiches

Yorkville

Gilead Cafe and Bistro - Tortonto, ON

Not worth the challenge to find it

Gilead Café and Bistro is located in an alley off King Street East in Corktown, Toronto. The Gilead Café is open Monday through Saturday from 8.00 am to 5.30 pm. Housed in an industrial building, this café functions as a bistro in the evenings. Tucked inside a small street ...

Breakfast/Brunch
Cafe

Corktown

Tappo Wine Bar and Restaurant - Toronto, ON

Save your time and money... go elsewhere

Tappo Wine Bar and Restaurant – Toronto, ON Located in the heart of the historic Distillery District in Toronto, Ontario, Tappo Wine Bar fits in perfectly. It is perhaps the only Italian restaurant in Toronto built in part of an old distillery that has been converted. ...

Italian
Wine Bar

Distillery District

Aria Ristorante - Toronto, ON

Gorgeous Decor, Food a Huge Let Down

Aria Ristorante - Toronto, ON Located in the Telus building next to Union Station in downtown Toronto is the gorgeous Italian restaurant, Aria Ristorante. We’ve been to many Italian restaurants in Toronto, but Aria Restaurant ranks as one of the most beautiful ...

Italian

Union Station

Cafe Boulud - Toronto, ON

Sadly, not as good as it should have been

Caf Boulud - Toronto, ON: Cafe Boulud is located on the second floor of the brand new Four Seasons Hotel in Toronto. Located at the corner of Yorkville Avenue and Bay Street, this restaurant is a part of the famous Chef Daniel Boulud chain of restaurants and cafes. Caf...

French

Yorkville

Corner Cafe and Bistro at The Drake Hotel - Toronto, ON

Neat Atmosphere but Dull Brunch

The Corner Café and Bistro at the Drake Hotel in Toronto is bustling with locals and tourists at all times of the day. Open daily, this café also offers free Wi-Fi. This bistro is said to be one of the best places for brunch in Toronto. We are always on the lookout for...

Breakfast/Brunch

Queen Street West

Peter Pan Bistro - Toronto, ON

If you like good food and service, skip this place

Peter Pan Bistro – Toronto, ON: Peter Pan is a bistro located at the corner of Peter and Queen Street West in downtown Toronto. This popular restaurant serves International and bistro cuisine. Originally called The Savoy, this restaurant got its present name in 1936....

Canadian
Mediterranean

Queen Street West

The Spice Route - Toronto, ON

Disappointing, Dreadful, a Don’t Go

The Spice Route – Toronto, ON: Located at King St. W., Toronto, Spice Route is a Toronto restaurant that aims to serve the best Asian cuisine. We had heard of the Spice Route by a few different people and were told it is a must visit when in Toronto. We were ...

Asian (Fusion)
Sushi

King Street West