Really enjoyed our meal here. The creamy pasta with beef was rich and flavorful and the Bingsu was refreshing and not overly sweet, definitely worth trying. The atmosphere is cozy and relaxing, perfect for dinner and drinks. The staff were very friendly and attentive, which made the whole experience even better. Will definitely come back and highly recommend. read more

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Does Kanari mean Korean Canari which gives a luck and hope? Not sure about the name but when I entered the room I was surprised how spacious (almost like a fancy lounge) and chairs seemed very comfortable and really liked big tables. I was greeted by both owner and wait staff, Hoon. They both were super friendly and treated us like friends or neighbors they have known for a long time. We immediately felt very comfortable to be there. Chicken Yu rin gi was very tasty and it went well with Asahi on draft. Owner( sorry I did not get your name) explained that they spend a lot of time to make the sauce with a bunch of vegetable stock. After Yu rin gi shared by two girls and the tower of draft beer, we were getting full and wanted to order a light dish. Hoon, our wait staff listened to what we wanted and recommended perfect food which was Tuna tataki. Tuna tataki was very refershing. Did not have a chance to try other food like galbi chicken, pork ribs, sukiyaki, pork belly bean sprouts stirfry. Definately need to go back for more drinks and food! Thanks again for your great hospitality! read more

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If there is 10 stars, this restaurant I would have given them 10/10. The servers and the owner were super nice and considerate. When we got in, it was not busy, we got a big table for stroll putting close by. There were balloons along the wall, my baby was playing with it. We took a little bit longer time to figure out our orders. They were so patient to explain. Because we don't drink Korean Sojiu much, so combo was not working for us. We got some recommendations from the server, got Sukiyaki (beef hotpot) and Chipotle Pork Rib Tower. I personally love the Pork Rib Tower more. It was really tender and delicious with Chipotle sauce. And the Beef Hotpot has tofu and some veggies with Beef. They don't come with Rice, but my kid loves rice. If rice is unlimited, I guessed we could eat a lot with these delicious dishes. The owner lady was so excited to play with my daughter. She loves kids so much, but she devoted herself to this business. She gave my daughter some shrimp chips as well. If we live close by downtown, we absolutely come more often. read more

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I think the food here is a hit or miss sometimes. Ive been here twice, one time being super amazing I wanted to eat more! The second time coming everything was either too spicy or didnt taste as good. read more

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The restaurant is new so it was still pretty empty. It's got cool decorations like art and light fixtures. They've got some exciting menu offerings and I would definitely go back and try more stuff, but this time we got the kalbi fried chicken and creamy beef pasta. The fried chicken was perfect and the pasta was good but I'd want to try something a little more authentic next time. read more

Kanari Restaurant & Bar - Creamy beef pasta - Korean Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I'm surprised some of the reviews are saying that the food wasn't anything special, because I definitely thought Kanari had one of the more unique and well executed menus I've tried in recent memory. These are dishes and flavors that I have not tried anywhere else. I liked every dish, but my favorite was by far the Creamy Beef Belly Chili Pasta. This is a must try in my opinion. I also appreciated that the prices were very reasonable, at least compared to other downtown restaurants. We ordered a fair bit for a group of 14, and it ended up being under $50 all in each, which included some drinks. Without the drinks, it probably would have been $35, which is very good for the more upscale vibe and menu! I did come here for a birthday with a bigger group and I will say that the space is a bit awkward. They have a lot of space in the front which is unutilized and all the tables are in the back. For a larger group like ours, it was a bit hard to sit in a way that we could actually talk. But I think it would be a good place for a date, especially as it is not too loud or busy from my experience. read more

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Came here last week during the holidays. Tables filled up quick after we were seated! They have quite a menu, i wanted to try so many things. The honey garlic butter pancakes really stood out. Cute wreath presentation as well. Want to try the beef tartare next time! Saw that they came in two ice cream cones! read more

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Visited Kanari on a weekend evening to get some food and drinks. It has a very modern interior, all black inside so it might be hard to see the menu for some people. There is paid street parking outside. The food is very beautifully plated and I loved the dish that the server recommended - Foie Gras & Steak Donburi. It was super rich and flavourful that I wish they included more rice in donburi. Overall, the servers were very attentive and constantly came to check on us and refill water. I would definitely be back again! read more

Kanari Restaurant & Bar - Korean Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Although we made an early reservation, there were still plenty of open tables until 7 PM. The restaurant offers all the basic services, and the dishes were served promptly. The three of us ordered four dishes, which were enough to fill us up. The salmon tataki was impressively seasoned--the yuzu salsa and balsamic glaze added a unique aroma. Recommended. The rib tower felt more like style over substance. The thick sauce resembled traditional Korean fried chicken glaze--it was overwhelming after a few bites. The meat itself was tender but mot crispy. Unremarkable. As for the signature dish OCTO steak, if I disregard the almost forgettable steak and focus only on the octopus, mashed potatoes, and seasoning, I'd say it was the best dish of the night. The octopus was crispy on the outside and tender inside, cooked to perfection, and paired wonderfully with the slightly sweet mashed potatoes. Highly recommended. The beef pasta, however, lacked cohesion--the ingredients felt separate rather than harmonized. Not recommended. read more

Kanari Restaurant & Bar - Korean Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Had a wonderful experience at Kanari Toronto. The service was incredibly friendly and quick, which made the visit even more enjoyable. The food was amazing--fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with care. The atmosphere is great and lovely, with a warm, welcoming vibe that makes you want to stay longer. On top of that, the location is excellent and very convenient. Highly recommend Kanari for both the food and the overall experience! read more

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My friends and I went to this restaurant for Winterlicious after seeing it on TikTok, but honestly, the experience was very disappointing. We were a large group and all ordered the Winterlicious menu. I had the salmon appetizer, beef tartare for the main, and ice cream for dessert. The appetizer was fine -- fresh and well-balanced in flavor. However, both the main and dessert were underwhelming. The portions were small and the flavors were very mid. If mid is a category, they are not even on the list... One of my friends ordered the vege option for main, the tofu bibimbap, and the tofu tasted spoiled. We asked the kitchen to remake it, but the second dish tasted exactly the same. That makes us think the ingredients simply weren't fresh instead of the chef's skills. After the recooked dish was served, no one even came by to ask how it was. Is this really the level of service a restaurant should be providing? The waiting time was also long af. It took almost an hour for our mains to come out. I understand that we were a big party and that takes time, but people who arrived after us were already eating while we were still waiting. A restaurant should have the capacity to accommodate large groups, especially during Winterlicious. Because of this, we ended up finishing dinner very late. When the bill came, an 18% gratuity was already automatically included due to our group size but the POS machine still prompted us to tip. Given that gratuity was already charged, asking for additional tips felt very unreasonable and I have no idea why they did that. We went in hoping to have a good time, but the overall experience was just not it. The staff were friendly, but as customers, what we really care about is good food and service that actually pays attention to food quality and customer feedback. Overall, if you're looking for a great Winterlicious experience, this is not the place. Don't trust TikTok. That's all what I wanna say... read more

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Recently visited & found the experience underwhelming. We ordered the army stew $36, salmon tataki $17 & lobster rose pasta $32 along with a few cocktails. While the presentation was nice, the flavours were just average. The pasta + stew were just mediocre & the portion size didn't feel worth the price. The only thing that was good was the salmon tataki which was fresh but nothing standout to justify the cost. Nothing special about the drinks either. The restaurant feels overpriced for the quality & portions they offer. It's a modern spot with a nice ambiance, but I wouldn't rush back. There is paid parking garage across the restaurant as well as paid street parking. The space was smaller than expected & tables are a bit close to each other. read more

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Ate here the other night with a friend. Its new take on a Korean restaurant and has a very young crowd, most seem to be either in University or newly graduated. It was extremely noisy and I couldn't talk to the other person I came with without shouting or repeating myself several times which was annoying. Of course the service was great and food was pretty good as well. I had the Udon with Beef, I think they called it Kaki Udon. Anyway, I don't think I will be back because it was hard to relax with the place so noisy, definitely for a younger crowd than me, but if you are young and like that type of a place its recommended read more

Kanari Restaurant & Bar - Udon with Beef, Kaki Udon I think they called it (lots of cabbage inside) - Korean Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Great new korean restaurant & bar! Seating is comfortable and the ceiling is high, so it doesn't feel crowded or too noisy. The food portions are large with unique presentation. The restaurant is clean with friendly staff read more

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Visiting from Los Angeles and arriving late and hungry, this place filled the bill to a T. Tried the Yaki Udon and I have to say, haven't had it this good ever. If you are in this area, eating here is a MUST read more

The food was excellent, as was the service. The problem is with the ambience. We were a large group and were seated in the far right corner. It was so dark, everyone had to use their camera, flashlights to read the menu. As well, the music was blasting loud so everyone at the restaurant was yelling at each other to be heard. it was incredibly unpleasant. I asked the server to turn the music down, which they did which somewhat moderated the noise. But the other groups of people were very loud, and the hard surfaces of the room made it all echo. Even though the food was so good, I would not return unless/until the noise issue is resolved. If I were just reviewing the food, I would give it five stars. read more

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Great service and clean restaurant. Good value.I didn't feel as though the food was authentic korean flavors. It didn't taste like korean flavors that I've had in the past. read more