A local friend brought us to Farro Ristorante for lunch one weekend, and we really enjoyed our…read moreexperience there! The restaurant usually closes for special celebrations/events during the day on weekends, so we were very grateful that they could accommodate us this one-time :) The service was A+, very friendly and welcoming host and servers. I absolutely loved the soup of the day: Minestrone. It was so hearty, delicious and filled with so much ingredients. The beet salad with arugula and feta cheese was delicious. The Genoa pizza was nice and thin, and loaded with pesto, pine nuts, chicken, mushrooms and cheeses. I would definitely come back to try more items on the menu (I'm eye that risotto our friend was having that day lol). Can't wait to come back!

We came here for our anniversary and it was simply delightful! I ordered the Quattro Pizza, wife…read moregot the lamb shank, and ordered the seafood pasta for the 4 year old (thinking we were set for the week). My pizza was decent, but the wife's lamb shank was extremely tender and rich. Couldn't really evaluate the seafood pasta....but it seemed pretty good as our kid killed the entire order. The tiramisu was really really good, but what really was impressive was the ambiance and the service. Staff was so friendly and very very attentive....though quite possibly just taken back by our kid's appetite.

Finally, an Italian restaurant that prioritizes tradition over trendiness!…read more This is exactly what authentic dining should be: fresh, delicious, and made with heart. Don't come here expecting white tablecloths or fussy presentations; come here for food that is made properly. While it may not look pretty on the plate, the taste is unbeatable. The experience is lovely. Our server was very nice, and the atmosphere feels genuine because the owners are actively involved in the restaurant. This truly feels like supporting a dedicated small business. Discovering they host pasta-making classes confirms their commitment to true Italian cuisine. We were a party of five and enjoyed both food and drinks; spending approximately $400 after tax and tip felt like excellent value for the quality meal we received. For anyone seeking real, incredible Italian food, skip the chains and come here.

Food was ok nothing special. Service was below expectations…read morefor a Saturday night. pasta plates were warm and no offering of cheese or ground pepper. once we received our food, the waiter never came by to ask if we needed more drinks, or how food was, take away plates from the appetizer or fill our water glass. Was expecting better.

Now I only tried the spinach pasta but damn, it was so good I just had to rave to you about it!…read morePlenty of ingredients, great flavour of dressing without being too salty or oily, and a good portion size. The service was also excellent and speedy.

I had a wonderful dining experience at Grazie in Toronto. The food was excellent--fresh, flavorful,…read moreand clearly prepared with care. Every dish we tried was well-executed and satisfying. The service was equally impressive. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made sure we were well taken care of throughout the evening. The ambiance truly stood out--warm, inviting, and perfect for a relaxed yet enjoyable dining experience. Overall, Grazie delivers on all fronts. I would definitely recommend it and look forward to returning.

Paese has stayed on my to try list for a while. I finally get to have dinner here while searching…read morefor restaurants with tables available on spot. There were only a few groups of customers when we arrive, so it was a quiet and relaxed place perfect for chatting. The waitress was friendly as well. The food was with okay but not wowing quality at very reasonable price ($30-$40 per person). For dinner, we ordered Caesar salad and crispy mushroom as appetizers. The salad has very light dressing. The crispy mushroom is flavourful and served with a creamy and spicy sauce. For mains, we tried both the Rigatoni salsiccia and chicken breast pasta. The sausage in Rigatoni salsiccia tastes a bit old and the sauce is spicy. The chicken breast pasta is not bad and is again with lighter flavour. Overall, this is a restaurant I'd consider when I'm looking for simple food and a place good for chatting or spacing out.

Going to work used to involve going south on Bathurst or Dufferin. If I chose to take Bathurst,…read morePaese would be a restaurant that I would pass by. Paese would stick out because going down Bathurst from Vaughan to Allen Rd, there's just no fancy restaurants along the way. For that reason, I've always been curious about Paese. Through coincidence, I had to drop off something to a relative in the area with my older one, which presented me the opportunity to give Paese a try during Summerlicious week. While the value is there purely because of Summerlicious, the quality of food and service is not in sync with the normal prices charged. I'm not saying the service was not polite, but it was definitely not professional enough for a higher end restaurant. I'll share some examples as I go along. The prix fixe courses started with a salmon tartar and my son's deep fried oyster mushroom. Deep fried mushroom is probably not something I would order out, unless it came as a piece from a tempura dish at a Japanese restaurant. I do have to say the mushroom was the best dish out of everything we tried during the evening. The batter was light and although the seasoning was simple, it did its job. Sadly, i couldn't say the same about the vegan lime aioli which tasted like tartar sauce. It just did not pair well with the mushroom. Salmon tartare was disappointing as the taste of capers dominated the whole thing. The whole thing was too sour for my personal taste. Before our starters were done, the server ushered in the main dishes. Why would they do such a thing without asking the patrons? And when the server saw my son's unfinished plate of mushroom, he asked if he can take it away (half of the mushrooms were still there). Wouldn't it make more sense to ask if we are still working on it or whether we preferred it packed away? A critical error that was made was when my son ordered his steak. The server didn't even bother to ask how he would like the steak done. Is it because he's a kid, he doesn't get a choice? Disappointingly the steak came out well done. The salsa verde which we enjoyed salvaged the steak, but I could also tell that they used a significantly inferior piece of meat. The salmon con miele was ok, but it is leaning closer to the overcooked side of the spectrum. There was nothing special about the dish at all. I wouldn't say it would be significantly better than what I can do at home (not that I'm an exceptional cook). Dessert was decent. Nothing jumped off the page. Sticky toffee pudding has never been my cup of tea. So all I can say is, it's too sweet for my liking. The coconut pie is ok. The coconut flavours were mainly engineered from the shredded coconut. All in all, an unmemorable dinner that I definitely wouldn't pay full prices for.

Got the Summerlicious menu, good food with good selections, a little bit slow service, washroom…read morestall doesn't lock, but overall a good time. Reservation was easy to setup online, even had text reminders. We got the summerlicious menu. It features a good selection of proteins for many dietary restrictions. All of us thought our dishes were good. I got the trout, husband got the lamb ragu, and little one got pork parmigiano. Service seemed a bit slow, especially to get the desserts out, but overall pleasant. There is at least one stall in the womens washroom where the lock is not aligned, so even putting it into locked position, the door isnt locked. Aside from that, we had a good time.

The food we had was great. Our group enjoyed the pasta orders of Lasagna and Pasta arrabiata. We…read morewere also curious to try their non-pasta dishes like the Oven-baked turkey breast with gravy, and the Steelhead with orange hollandaise. I was initially worried about the turkey order if it will come out with thick portions of dry, white meat. Fortunately, that was not the case. The turkey was juicy and was complemented well by the gravy and mashed potatoes. The steelhead trout was also good, but just not my favorite out of the 4 dishes we ordered. I would recommend going with the Prix-Fixe menu as it is slightly better value. Just by adding a few more dollars you get an appetizer and a dessert. The Vanilla Panna Cotta and Chocolate Raspberry Tartufo picks we had for dessert was OK. Service we had when we dined was a mix bag. Our waiter was nice and helpful. The food also was served with the complimentary pepper grinding and grating of cheese. The minor gripe I have is the inconsistent and long serving time. Our appetizer was served right away, but our mains arrived much, much later than typical or standard to what I have come to expect from a dine in restaurant. The waiter did come out to acknowledge about the long gap between serving the appetizer and the main. I also remember having to ask for the dessert to already be brought out. Overall, the food was good to great. However, it is a bit pricey. For our group of 4 our bill including tax and tip reached around $160. Our orders included the Lasagna, Pasta arrabiata, a dessert, and two 3-course Prix Fixe menu.

Loved this place! Brought me back to Italy, didn't even feel like I was in Toronto…read more Ambiance: From the old school, but fancy, decor, to the oil paintings, to the tiny bar and the mom & pop feel, I loved the ambiance of this place. It honestly felt so European and I loved it - made me forget about my life for a bit and took me away. Food: 4.5/5 - I asked for a recommendation and got the house made gnocchi with the meat (veal) sauce. It was fantastic and will definitely be back again one day when I'm in the area for this. It truly was a delicious meal. A little on the pricier side, but worth it. Service: 5/5 - very kind and attentive waitress, who I assume might be the owner! Overall, loved it and looking forward to having this again one day.

Just drove to the place randomly on a weekday with hubby for lunch and we are glad we did. The…read moreplace is owned and run by an italian woman, who loves to cook and feed. The portions are great and food is freshly made with perfect taste. The arancini and risotto we had was delicious along with refills of bread was enough for us of us to be full. The wine selection is pretty decent. I loved how the she was making tiramisu from scratch with actual real alcohol, i can swear by the authenticity of this place, and the warm service!

I can't remember the name of my pasta but it a cream based with a variety of mushrooms. The pasta…read morewas good, al dente, however lacked salt. The service was quick and pleasant. I went on a Wednesday night and it was busier than I expected. We also tried the Ceasar salad. Nothing to write home about - regular ceaser salad.

Came here for dinner on a Sunday night. Was able to do a walk-in for 2, we waited about 10 minutes…read morefor a table. We were initially greeted by two people a younger lady and a man (the man was lovely but the lady gave the cold shoulder). When our table was ready the lady literally said "you two come"... I also saw her bring another asain couple to their table and she stood at the hallway and pointed them to their table from meters away. We tried their caesar salad with chicken, fried calamari, and two pastas. Everything is okay and just fine. Enjoyed the calamari the most. Service was okay too - a bit slow. But pleasant.

Ate here last night with my extended family. If you are looking for some wholesome Italian cooking…read morein a pleasant lively atmosphere this is your place. It's busy and frequented by many local families, a large and helpful staff, and a busy kitchen. I had some Bruschetta to start, some Calamari as an antipasti, a Stracciatella soup (egg drop), and Veal Marsala for the main course. I skipped the desert because I was so full then by the generous portions. Food was tasty and what you would expect from a wholesome home cooked meal, maybe not a gastronomical delight, but definitely a pleasant meal.

Came here for lunch with my mom having spotted the sign from the road. Upon entering the restaurant…read moreI was blown away by how open and spacious the area was, the bar and the private areas available for events and bookings. We ordered a mushroom risotto and penne with pancetta bacon in a rose sauce. Both came out piping hot and perfectly cooked. The risotto was the perfect balance of creaminess and so umami. The pasta was perfectly Al dente and I couldn't get enough of the sauce it was so delicious. Id recommend this place to any pasta lover and would happily go back again to try all the other dishes.