Toronto restaurants that feel like a European getaway

Trinity Bellwoods

130 Ossington Ave

Côte de Boeuf

Steakhouse

@cotedeboeufossington

Of course, no list is complete without Côte de Boeuf, which takes its inspiration from the streets of Paris. It’s a bistro bar à vin and traditional-style butcher shop in the Trinity Bellwoods area, and there are farm-sourced meats, wines and French cheeses aplenty in the small, cozy space that feels plucked from a period French film.

Côte de Boeuf

Trinity Bellwoods

130 Ossington Ave

Of course, no list is complete without Côte de Boeuf, which takes its inspiration from the streets of Paris. It’s a bistro bar à vin and traditional-style butcher shop in the Trinity Bellwoods area, and there are farm-sourced meats, wines and French cheeses aplenty in the small, cozy space that feels plucked from a period French film.

Steakhouse

@cotedeboeufossington

Of course, no list is complete without Côte de Boeuf, which takes its inspiration from the streets of Paris. It’s a bistro bar à vin and traditional-style butcher shop in the Trinity Bellwoods area, and there are farm-sourced meats, wines and French cheeses aplenty in the small, cozy space that feels plucked from a period French film.

King East

169 King St E

ARDO

Italian

@bar.ardo

Virtually everything at ARDO is imported from Italy, and Chef Roberto Marotta takes the lessons he learned while training in his home country to Toronto’s East End. The result is an authentic Sicilian dining concept that boasts all of the flavour and zest for life that Southern Italy is known for that come to life in dishes like arancini, cannoli, and, of course, pasta and pizza.

ARDO

King East

169 King St E

Virtually everything at ARDO is imported from Italy, and Chef Roberto Marotta takes the lessons he learned while training in his home country to Toronto’s East End. The result is an authentic Sicilian dining concept that boasts all of the flavour and zest for life that Southern Italy is known for that come to life in dishes like arancini, cannoli, and, of course, pasta and pizza.

Italian

@bar.ardo

Virtually everything at ARDO is imported from Italy, and Chef Roberto Marotta takes the lessons he learned while training in his home country to Toronto’s East End. The result is an authentic Sicilian dining concept that boasts all of the flavour and zest for life that Southern Italy is known for that come to life in dishes like arancini, cannoli, and, of course, pasta and pizza.

Little Italy

607 College St

Bar Pompette

French

@barpompette_to

The group behind Pompette has everything covered - a full-fledged restaurant, a bakery, and a wine bar, all of which feel authentically European. But Bar Pompette’s back patio - complete with large trees and string lights - feels especially European thanks to picnic table seating and a relaxed, cozy atmosphere.

Bar Pompette

Little Italy

607 College St

The group behind Pompette has everything covered - a full-fledged restaurant, a bakery, and a wine bar, all of which feel authentically European. But Bar Pompette’s back patio - complete with large trees and string lights - feels especially European thanks to picnic table seating and a relaxed, cozy atmosphere.

French

@barpompette_to

The group behind Pompette has everything covered - a full-fledged restaurant, a bakery, and a wine bar, all of which feel authentically European. But Bar Pompette’s back patio - complete with large trees and string lights - feels especially European thanks to picnic table seating and a relaxed, cozy atmosphere.

Little Italy

293 Palmerston Ave

Martine’s Wine Bar

@martineswinebar

Stepping into Martine’s is like stepping into a piece of European history - it’s got antique furniture, exposed brick, and a seasonal menu boasting ingredients straight from Grant van Gameren’s farm. Everything is made fresh, and the entire experience - from the diverse wine list to the music and even the layout - feel like a mini European getaway.

Martine’s Wine Bar

Little Italy

293 Palmerston Ave

Stepping into Martine’s is like stepping into a piece of European history - it’s got antique furniture, exposed brick, and a seasonal menu boasting ingredients straight from Grant van Gameren’s farm. Everything is made fresh, and the entire experience - from the diverse wine list to the music and even the layout - feel like a mini European getaway.

@martineswinebar

Stepping into Martine’s is like stepping into a piece of European history - it’s got antique furniture, exposed brick, and a seasonal menu boasting ingredients straight from Grant van Gameren’s farm. Everything is made fresh, and the entire experience - from the diverse wine list to the music and even the layout - feel like a mini European getaway.

DROM Taberna

Eastern European liveliness takes its truest, most fun form at DROM Taberna, which offers authentic food from the Balkans in a massive space that’s both indoor and outdoor. There’s always live music, there are a ton of Baltic beers on tap, and there’s always an Eastern European block party happening.

DROM Taberna

Eastern European liveliness takes its truest, most fun form at DROM Taberna, which offers authentic food from the Balkans in a massive space that’s both indoor and outdoor. There’s always live music, there are a ton of Baltic beers on tap, and there’s always an Eastern European block party happening.

Little Italy

589 College St

Tav’s

Italian

@tavsrestobar

Everything at Tav’s is made fresh daily, just as its owners, The Taverniti Group, preach. But Tav’s feels extra authentic thanks to its rustic feel and covered back patio. It’s known for its gnocchi, and the exposed brick and hearty fare make it feel like something you’d see in a metropolitan Italian city. Bellissimo!

Tav’s

Little Italy

589 College St

Everything at Tav’s is made fresh daily, just as its owners, The Taverniti Group, preach. But Tav’s feels extra authentic thanks to its rustic feel and covered back patio. It’s known for its gnocchi, and the exposed brick and hearty fare make it feel like something you’d see in a metropolitan Italian city. Bellissimo!

Italian

@tavsrestobar

Everything at Tav’s is made fresh daily, just as its owners, The Taverniti Group, preach. But Tav’s feels extra authentic thanks to its rustic feel and covered back patio. It’s known for its gnocchi, and the exposed brick and hearty fare make it feel like something you’d see in a metropolitan Italian city. Bellissimo!

Etobicoke

2350 Lake Shore Blvd W

LaVinia Restaurant

Spanish

If you’re craving Spanish flare, look no further than LaVinia restaurant, which serves up cuisine from across country. Slow-cooked paellas served in the styles of several southern cities meet the famous Basque codfish stew, and are joined by grilled scallops served with a compote made daily. There’s also a ton of octopus, Spanish ham and, of course, sangria.

LaVinia Restaurant

Etobicoke

2350 Lake Shore Blvd W

If you’re craving Spanish flare, look no further than LaVinia restaurant, which serves up cuisine from across country. Slow-cooked paellas served in the styles of several southern cities meet the famous Basque codfish stew, and are joined by grilled scallops served with a compote made daily. There’s also a ton of octopus, Spanish ham and, of course, sangria.

Spanish

If you’re craving Spanish flare, look no further than LaVinia restaurant, which serves up cuisine from across country. Slow-cooked paellas served in the styles of several southern cities meet the famous Basque codfish stew, and are joined by grilled scallops served with a compote made daily. There’s also a ton of octopus, Spanish ham and, of course, sangria.

Distillery District

35 Tank House Lane

Cluny Bistro & Boulangerie

French

@clunydistillery

Executive Chef Taylor McMeekin takes the European practice of using fresh, local ingredients and weaves it into his French menu at Cluny, serving up seasonal dishes with sustainably sourced ingredients. As a result, a menu boasting seafood and vegetable options, as well as meat and plenty of cheese-based starters, rounds out a menu that’s tres magnifique.

Cluny Bistro & Boulangerie

Distillery District

35 Tank House Lane

Executive Chef Taylor McMeekin takes the European practice of using fresh, local ingredients and weaves it into his French menu at Cluny, serving up seasonal dishes with sustainably sourced ingredients. As a result, a menu boasting seafood and vegetable options, as well as meat and plenty of cheese-based starters, rounds out a menu that’s tres magnifique.

French

@clunydistillery

Executive Chef Taylor McMeekin takes the European practice of using fresh, local ingredients and weaves it into his French menu at Cluny, serving up seasonal dishes with sustainably sourced ingredients. As a result, a menu boasting seafood and vegetable options, as well as meat and plenty of cheese-based starters, rounds out a menu that’s tres magnifique.

Roncesvalles

195 Roncesvalles Ave

Cafe Polonez

Polish

Homestyle Polish dishes take centre stage at Cafe Polonez, which has been a staple in Toronto’s food scene for over three decades. The family-run restaurant makes homestyle dishes fresh daily, and even the beer list is padded with Polish pours.

Cafe Polonez

Roncesvalles

195 Roncesvalles Ave

Homestyle Polish dishes take centre stage at Cafe Polonez, which has been a staple in Toronto’s food scene for over three decades. The family-run restaurant makes homestyle dishes fresh daily, and even the beer list is padded with Polish pours.

Polish

Little Italy

864 College St

Chiado Restaurant

@chiadotoronto

Chef Albino Silva transports guests to Portugal with his critically acclaimed restaurant on College Street, serving up refined, creative fare that’s paired with - in true European fashion - an extensive wine list. Chiado is the place where old-world charm and modern yet storied elegance meet to present dishes that have been dubbed “progressive Portuguese.”

Chiado Restaurant

Little Italy

864 College St

Chef Albino Silva transports guests to Portugal with his critically acclaimed restaurant on College Street, serving up refined, creative fare that’s paired with - in true European fashion - an extensive wine list. Chiado is the place where old-world charm and modern yet storied elegance meet to present dishes that have been dubbed “progressive Portuguese.”

@chiadotoronto

Chef Albino Silva transports guests to Portugal with his critically acclaimed restaurant on College Street, serving up refined, creative fare that’s paired with - in true European fashion - an extensive wine list. Chiado is the place where old-world charm and modern yet storied elegance meet to present dishes that have been dubbed “progressive Portuguese.”

Yorkville

119 Yorkville Ave

Paros

Greek

@parosyorkville

This spot is so European inspired, it’s even named after a Greek island. The menu boasts all of the staples from the restaurant’s namesake, including hummus, calamari, saganaki, grilled protein skewers and more. And Paros even has a patio that feels like stepping into a Grecian garden, and a Wednesday night party that pulls from Greek traditions.

Paros

Yorkville

119 Yorkville Ave

This spot is so European inspired, it’s even named after a Greek island. The menu boasts all of the staples from the restaurant’s namesake, including hummus, calamari, saganaki, grilled protein skewers and more. And Paros even has a patio that feels like stepping into a Grecian garden, and a Wednesday night party that pulls from Greek traditions.

Greek

@parosyorkville

This spot is so European inspired, it’s even named after a Greek island. The menu boasts all of the staples from the restaurant’s namesake, including hummus, calamari, saganaki, grilled protein skewers and more. And Paros even has a patio that feels like stepping into a Grecian garden, and a Wednesday night party that pulls from Greek traditions.

We’ll see you in there.