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The Best Toronto Restaurants for a Monday Night Out
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The Best Toronto Restaurants for a Monday Night Out
The best restaurants open on Monday in Toronto have the ability to elevate the dreaded beginning of the week to Friday-like status. Sure, not every place is open but a quick search will reveal those that treat every day of the week as a new opportunity to feed you. Whether you're tired from weekend cooking extravaganzas, have a special day that falls on a Monday or simply need a pick-me-up to start the week, plenty of Toronto restaurants are happy to welcome you on Mondays and beyond.
With an outing on the horizon, Monday mornings seem tolerable and afternoon meetings fly by. As the sun sets, you can revel in the knowledge that you'll eat well, relax in comfort and feel like the weekend never ended. The one drawback? Don't blame us if you can't remember what day it is come Tuesday morning.
King West
90 Portland Street
VELA
If you exude suave sophistication, there's only one room on King Street West to match your vibe. Happily, it's open seven days a week, so you never have to do without its cosmopolitan menu and creative cocktails.
VELA
King West
90 Portland Street
If you exude suave sophistication, there's only one room on King Street West to match your vibe. Happily, it's open seven days a week, so you never have to do without its cosmopolitan menu and creative cocktails.
Trinity-Bellwoods
72 Ossington Ave
Union
Canadian
For lunch or dinner, Union's fine French-bistro style fare is hearty, comforting and utterly delicious. With a number of tables spread between the restaurant's dining room and patios, plan ahead and you stand a chance of snagging one.
Union
Trinity-Bellwoods
72 Ossington Ave
For lunch or dinner, Union's fine French-bistro style fare is hearty, comforting and utterly delicious. With a number of tables spread between the restaurant's dining room and patios, plan ahead and you stand a chance of snagging one.
Canadian
Yorkville
153 Yorkville Ave
STK
Steakhouse
Give Mondays the drama they deserve with a visit to STK Toronto. The modern steakhouse has no shortage of deluxe dishes; all served in a room guaranteed to elevate your Monday mood.
STK
Yorkville
153 Yorkville Ave
Give Mondays the drama they deserve with a visit to STK Toronto. The modern steakhouse has no shortage of deluxe dishes; all served in a room guaranteed to elevate your Monday mood.
Steakhouse
Sushi Moto
This family-owned spot in North York offers a tempting variety of sake, sushi, sashimi, and more, every day from lunchtime until late.
Sushi Moto
This family-owned spot in North York offers a tempting variety of sake, sushi, sashimi, and more, every day from lunchtime until late.
Yorkville
120 Avenue Rd
Sotto Sotto
Italian
Just like Yorkville, Sotto Sotto is always bustling. Open seven days a week; you can sit down for an authentic Italian lunch or dinner at this long-standing Avenue Road fixture whenever you're in the neighbourhood.
Sotto Sotto
Yorkville
120 Avenue Rd
Just like Yorkville, Sotto Sotto is always bustling. Open seven days a week; you can sit down for an authentic Italian lunch or dinner at this long-standing Avenue Road fixture whenever you're in the neighbourhood.
Italian
Fashion District
77 Portland St
Shook
Israeli
When the weekend leaves you in serious need of restorative eats, Shook's bright, boldly-spiced, vegetarian dishes are the cure you'll crave.
Shook
Fashion District
77 Portland St
When the weekend leaves you in serious need of restorative eats, Shook's bright, boldly-spiced, vegetarian dishes are the cure you'll crave.
Israeli
Financial District
1 Richmond St W
Richmond Station
Canadian
Nestled in the downtown core, Richmond Station has been feeding financial district-denizens since 2012. From the popular Stn. Burger to items for vegetarians and the younger set, owner Carl Heinrich's thoughtful menus have something to satisfy every guest every day of the week.
Richmond Station
Financial District
1 Richmond St W
Nestled in the downtown core, Richmond Station has been feeding financial district-denizens since 2012. From the popular Stn. Burger to items for vegetarians and the younger set, owner Carl Heinrich's thoughtful menus have something to satisfy every guest every day of the week.
Canadian
Entertainment District
100 Front St W
Reign Restaurant
Canadian
Housed in the historic Fairmont Royal York hotel, Reign has something to please every palate. Open for breakfast and dinner every day, with a menu that includes a range of dishes inspired by Canada's bounty, Reign is a serene escape from bustling city streets.
Reign Restaurant
Entertainment District
100 Front St W
Housed in the historic Fairmont Royal York hotel, Reign has something to please every palate. Open for breakfast and dinner every day, with a menu that includes a range of dishes inspired by Canada's bounty, Reign is a serene escape from bustling city streets.
Canadian
St. Clair West
778 St Clair Ave W
Pukka
Indian
When you're craving Indian food on a Monday, it's hard to beat Pukka's selection of modern and classic dishes.
Pukka
St. Clair West
778 St Clair Ave W
When you're craving Indian food on a Monday, it's hard to beat Pukka's selection of modern and classic dishes.
Indian
Little Italy
597 College St
Pompette
Mondays truly are the new Saturdays at Pompette, a restaurant that closes on the weekends to give its staff a better quality of life. Toast to the team's progressive approach over artful plates of French cuisine, with cocktails and wines to match.
Pompette
Little Italy
597 College St
Mondays truly are the new Saturdays at Pompette, a restaurant that closes on the weekends to give its staff a better quality of life. Toast to the team's progressive approach over artful plates of French cuisine, with cocktails and wines to match.
King West
480 King St W
Pink Sky
Seafood
At Pink Sky, every day is cause for celebration. Sip crisp bubbly, indulge your seafood cravings and soak in the ambiance of King Street West's latest "it" spot.
Pink Sky
King West
480 King St W
At Pink Sky, every day is cause for celebration. Sip crisp bubbly, indulge your seafood cravings and soak in the ambiance of King Street West's latest "it" spot.
Seafood
Yorkville
1221 Bay St
Planta - Yorkville
Vegan
Wizards of the plant-based kitchen, the team at Planta whips up an inspiring assortment of vegan and vegetarian dishes. Since special diets don't take a break, Planta Yorkville is open seven days a week.
Planta - Yorkville
Yorkville
1221 Bay St
Wizards of the plant-based kitchen, the team at Planta whips up an inspiring assortment of vegan and vegetarian dishes. Since special diets don't take a break, Planta Yorkville is open seven days a week.
Vegan
Harbord Village
88 Harbord St
Piano Piano
Italian
Piano Piano is that cozy neighbourhood spot that's always busy, always welcoming and just happens to make some of the best Italian food the city has to offer. Open every day, don't be surprised if you and the family become regulars.
Piano Piano
Harbord Village
88 Harbord St
Piano Piano is that cozy neighbourhood spot that's always busy, always welcoming and just happens to make some of the best Italian food the city has to offer. Open every day, don't be surprised if you and the family become regulars.
Italian
Entertainment District
18 Duncan St
Pai
Thai
Pai now has two Toronto locations, plus a pick-up location in Etobicoke, all doling out a thrilling assortment of dishes from northern Thailand. Open seven days a week; you can always get your fix.
Pai
Entertainment District
18 Duncan St
Pai now has two Toronto locations, plus a pick-up location in Etobicoke, all doling out a thrilling assortment of dishes from northern Thailand. Open seven days a week; you can always get your fix.
Thai
Fashion District
633 King St W
Oretta
Italian
Every Monday to Friday, Oretta offers an aperitivo menu with deals on drinks and tempting bites. On Mondays, you can also enjoy 1/2 price bottles of wine. Enough said.
Oretta
Fashion District
633 King St W
Every Monday to Friday, Oretta offers an aperitivo menu with deals on drinks and tempting bites. On Mondays, you can also enjoy 1/2 price bottles of wine. Enough said.
Italian
Opus Restaurant
Certain Mondays demand grandeur. With Opus open Monday to Saturday, you'll want for nothing the next time a singular Monday rolls around.
Opus Restaurant
Certain Mondays demand grandeur. With Opus open Monday to Saturday, you'll want for nothing the next time a singular Monday rolls around.
Trinity Bellwoods
80 Ossington Ave
Mamakas Taverna
Greek
Since there's rarely a time when we're not in the mood for hearty, bright, Aegean fare, it's heartening to know it's available at Mamakas every night starting at 5 p.m.
Mamakas Taverna
Trinity Bellwoods
80 Ossington Ave
Since there's rarely a time when we're not in the mood for hearty, bright, Aegean fare, it's heartening to know it's available at Mamakas every night starting at 5 p.m.
Greek
Distillery District
2 Trinity St
Madrina
Spanish
You might find some closed doors in the Distillery District on a Monday. Happily, chef Ramon Simarro's classic and contemporary tapas are available to savour every day of the week.
Madrina
Distillery District
2 Trinity St
You might find some closed doors in the Distillery District on a Monday. Happily, chef Ramon Simarro's classic and contemporary tapas are available to savour every day of the week.
Spanish
Financial District
325 Bay St
Louix Louis
French
Whether you had the best Monday or the worst, settle into Louix Louis and let the opulent atmosphere and sumptuous menu restore you. Whatever your mood, the restaurant's renowned King Cake is the dessert that truly fits every occasion.
Louix Louis
Financial District
325 Bay St
Whether you had the best Monday or the worst, settle into Louix Louis and let the opulent atmosphere and sumptuous menu restore you. Whatever your mood, the restaurant's renowned King Cake is the dessert that truly fits every occasion.
French
Trinity-Bellwoods
892 Queen St W
Le Swan
French
Mondays weren't made for difficult decisions, meaning Le Swan's menu, divided between "French" and "Diner" dishes, is ideal. Order a corn dog for one kid, a tuna melt for the other and beef bourguignon for the adults, no questions asked.
Le Swan
Trinity-Bellwoods
892 Queen St W
Mondays weren't made for difficult decisions, meaning Le Swan's menu, divided between "French" and "Diner" dishes, is ideal. Order a corn dog for one kid, a tuna melt for the other and beef bourguignon for the adults, no questions asked.
French
Parkdale
1263 Queen St W
Le Phenix
French
You'll want to take advantage of the reservation system at this beloved neighbourhood gem. Book next Monday and the one after that, because the kitchen's expertise with dishes like trout en papillote, steak frites and more, means free tables can be hard to find.
Le Phenix
Parkdale
1263 Queen St W
You'll want to take advantage of the reservation system at this beloved neighbourhood gem. Book next Monday and the one after that, because the kitchen's expertise with dishes like trout en papillote, steak frites and more, means free tables can be hard to find.
French
King West
601 King St W
Lee
Asian
A true King Street West institution, Lee is the type of place you go to celebrate life's big moments. Say "cheers" over dishes brimming with Lee's signature Singapore-style slaw, and more, without a second thought to what day it is.
Lee
King West
601 King St W
A true King Street West institution, Lee is the type of place you go to celebrate life's big moments. Say "cheers" over dishes brimming with Lee's signature Singapore-style slaw, and more, without a second thought to what day it is.
Asian
King West
642 King St W Suite 102
Lapinou
French
Feed Monday-night hunger pangs with neo-bistro faves from Lapinou. Between the glow of the room, the exquisite dishes and the top-notch sips, just don't be surprised if you lose all sense of time.
Lapinou
King West
642 King St W Suite 102
Feed Monday-night hunger pangs with neo-bistro faves from Lapinou. Between the glow of the room, the exquisite dishes and the top-notch sips, just don't be surprised if you lose all sense of time.
French
Little Italy
849 Dundas St W
La Palma
Italian
After cooking all weekend, you need a break come Monday night. Tuck into hearty Italian dishes -- including the famed 100-layer lasagna -- at La Palma, and feel restored.
La Palma
Little Italy
849 Dundas St W
After cooking all weekend, you need a break come Monday night. Tuck into hearty Italian dishes -- including the famed 100-layer lasagna -- at La Palma, and feel restored.
Italian
Downtown Toronto
108 Chestnut St
Lai Wah Heen
Chinese
Having another manic Monday? Head to Lai Wah Heen, where the soothing space and classic dishes are sure to heal whatever ails you.
Lai Wah Heen
Downtown Toronto
108 Chestnut St
Having another manic Monday? Head to Lai Wah Heen, where the soothing space and classic dishes are sure to heal whatever ails you.
Chinese
Entertainment District
80 Blue Jays Way 44th Floor
Kost
Californian
Perched on the 44th floor of the Bisha Hotel, Kōst is the type of place that inspires grand plans. Its all-day menu of Asian-by-way-of-California dishes will also inspire repeat visits.
Kost
Entertainment District
80 Blue Jays Way 44th Floor
Perched on the 44th floor of the Bisha Hotel, Kōst is the type of place that inspires grand plans. Its all-day menu of Asian-by-way-of-California dishes will also inspire repeat visits.
Californian
Entertainment District
11 Charlotte St
Khao San Road
Thai
A place that exudes warmth and style, Khao San Road also happens to serve the type of fragrant, flavourful, authentic Thai dishes you'll want in your life seven days a week.
Khao San Road
Entertainment District
11 Charlotte St
A place that exudes warmth and style, Khao San Road also happens to serve the type of fragrant, flavourful, authentic Thai dishes you'll want in your life seven days a week.
Thai
Downtown
122 Elizabeth St
Japango
Japanese
Stop Japanese food cravings in their tracks -- any day of the week -- with a visit to Japango, where a lengthy menu has all the eats you need.
Japango
Downtown
122 Elizabeth St
Stop Japanese food cravings in their tracks -- any day of the week -- with a visit to Japango, where a lengthy menu has all the eats you need.
Japanese
Queen West
222 Richmond St W
JaBistro
Japanese
Since 2012, JaBistro has been impressing guests with some of the city's freshest, most sophisticated sushi and sashimi. Whichever day of the week you're in the Entertainment District, JaBistro's contemporary cuisine and craft cocktails will hit the spot.
JaBistro
Queen West
222 Richmond St W
Since 2012, JaBistro has been impressing guests with some of the city's freshest, most sophisticated sushi and sashimi. Whichever day of the week you're in the Entertainment District, JaBistro's contemporary cuisine and craft cocktails will hit the spot.
Japanese
Little Italy
585 College St
Il Covo
Italian
Like spending time at Nonna's, a night at Il Covo will leave you cheered, satisfied and exceptionally well fed. Enjoy the feeling any day of the week.
Il Covo
Little Italy
585 College St
Like spending time at Nonna's, a night at Il Covo will leave you cheered, satisfied and exceptionally well fed. Enjoy the feeling any day of the week.
Italian
Dundas West
2 Lakeview Ave
Hanmoto
Japanese
If there's a day of the week that needs the enhancing effects of beer and a menu of izakaya-inspired bites, Monday is it.
Hanmoto
Dundas West
2 Lakeview Ave
If there's a day of the week that needs the enhancing effects of beer and a menu of izakaya-inspired bites, Monday is it.
Japanese
Little Portugal
1214 Dundas St W
Gia
For celebratory, plant-forward dining, Dundas Street West's Gia always fits the bill. Open for dinner from Monday to Saturday; you'll want to make up reasons to go out as the new week begins.
Gia
Little Portugal
1214 Dundas St W
For celebratory, plant-forward dining, Dundas Street West's Gia always fits the bill. Open for dinner from Monday to Saturday; you'll want to make up reasons to go out as the new week begins.
Leslieville
1190 Dundas St E
Gare De L'Est Brasserie
French Brasserie
What better day of the week than Monday to feel as though you're dining in Paris? With GDL Brasserie's menu of classic French dishes, you can get away from it all any day of the week.
Gare De L'Est Brasserie
Leslieville
1190 Dundas St E
What better day of the week than Monday to feel as though you're dining in Paris? With GDL Brasserie's menu of classic French dishes, you can get away from it all any day of the week.
French Brasserie
King West
104 Portland St
Chubby's Jamaican Kitchen
Jamaican
It's hard to complain that it's Monday with a rum punch at hand. At Chubby's, a slew of home-style, Caribbean-inspired dishes — from saltfish fritters and jerk chicken to oxtail stew, and more — will brighten the week ahead.
Chubby's Jamaican Kitchen
King West
104 Portland St
It's hard to complain that it's Monday with a rum punch at hand. At Chubby's, a slew of home-style, Caribbean-inspired dishes — from saltfish fritters and jerk chicken to oxtail stew, and more — will brighten the week ahead.
Jamaican
Financial District
161 Bay St
Chotto Matte
Japanese-Peruvian
Ignore the calendar and head to Chotto Matte, knowing that your favourite Nikkei cuisine dishes are available every day of the week.
Chotto Matte
Financial District
161 Bay St
Ignore the calendar and head to Chotto Matte, knowing that your favourite Nikkei cuisine dishes are available every day of the week.
Japanese-Peruvian
Yorkville
60 Yorkville Ave
Cafe Boulud
French
Shopping along Bloor Street's Millionaire's Mile requires more than just a fat wallet. Fuel your day with French fare from Café Boulud and avoid buyer's remorse -- at least about lunch.
Cafe Boulud
Yorkville
60 Yorkville Ave
Shopping along Bloor Street's Millionaire's Mile requires more than just a fat wallet. Fuel your day with French fare from Café Boulud and avoid buyer's remorse -- at least about lunch.
French
Entertainment District
11 Duncan St
Byblos
Mediterranean
Does your special day fall on a Monday? In desperate need of a temporary respite? Byblos' combination of eastern Mediterranean cuisine and gorgeous setting ticks all the boxes.
Byblos
Entertainment District
11 Duncan St
Does your special day fall on a Monday? In desperate need of a temporary respite? Byblos' combination of eastern Mediterranean cuisine and gorgeous setting ticks all the boxes.
Mediterranean
Dundas West
928 Dundas St W
Bar Vendetta
Cozy and intimate, Bar Vendetta serves up classic cuisine that's simply more stylish and more delicious than what you make at home. There for you every day of the week, this is a restaurant that could easily become a habit.
Bar Vendetta
Dundas West
928 Dundas St W
Cozy and intimate, Bar Vendetta serves up classic cuisine that's simply more stylish and more delicious than what you make at home. There for you every day of the week, this is a restaurant that could easily become a habit.
King West
485 King St W
Baro
Latin
Keep the weekend vibe alive come Monday with dinner at Baro. Head to the restaurant's main dining room and feast on reimagined Latin cuisine that'll energize you for the week ahead.
Baro
King West
485 King St W
Keep the weekend vibe alive come Monday with dinner at Baro. Head to the restaurant's main dining room and feast on reimagined Latin cuisine that'll energize you for the week ahead.
Latin
Bloorcourt Village
796 Bloor St W
Banjara Bloor
Indian
Sometimes all you need to struggle through your Monday is a little comfort food. For some of the best in the city, Banjara's two locations are happy to serve, seven days a week.
Banjara Bloor
Bloorcourt Village
796 Bloor St W
Sometimes all you need to struggle through your Monday is a little comfort food. For some of the best in the city, Banjara's two locations are happy to serve, seven days a week.
Indian
Alexandra Park
163 Spadina Ave 1st Floor
Aloette
French
Since we don't believe in "cheat days," any day of the week is perfect for Aloette's casual yet sophisticated menu. With both locations open seven days a week, you can sate your cravings for Beaufort-cheese-laden burgers as soon as they hit.
Aloette
Alexandra Park
163 Spadina Ave 1st Floor
Since we don't believe in "cheat days," any day of the week is perfect for Aloette's casual yet sophisticated menu. With both locations open seven days a week, you can sate your cravings for Beaufort-cheese-laden burgers as soon as they hit.
French
Entertainment District
80 Blue Jays Way
Akira Back
Japanese
For Michelin-calibre eats on Mondays, chef Akira Back's eponymous restaurant at the Bisha Hotel is the place to be. With a menu of high-end Japanese cuisine steeped with Korean flavours, every bite is a transformative experience.
Akira Back
Entertainment District
80 Blue Jays Way
For Michelin-calibre eats on Mondays, chef Akira Back's eponymous restaurant at the Bisha Hotel is the place to be. With a menu of high-end Japanese cuisine steeped with Korean flavours, every bite is a transformative experience.
Japanese