We went for this super comforting meal @scaddabush on Boxing day and can't stop thinking about…read moretheir chocolate panettone bread pudding since! The toasty bread was perfect for the snowy weather, toffee caramel drizzle wasn't too much, and the candied walnuts was a genius addition. We always get their kale salad and gigantic meatball spaghetti with an extra meatball whenever we go, this time was no exception. We've also ordered their limited time festive blood orange and cranberry bellini. It was a tasty punch; just too bad the glitter sank to the bottom, or it would have made a better photo. I was a bit disappointed because I asked specifically which of the Christmas cocktails looked prettier, and was told the glitter makes it really festive. Later in conversation the server said the liquid glitter sinks to the bottom so customers can only see the glitter when the drink is almost finished. So I suppose it was known to the staff. Service was great, server apologized for the long wait for the cocktail, and explained the bartender had to make 20 cocktails for a large party, hence the wait.

We picked this restaurant for a team dinner. There were about 15-16 people in the group. We made…read morereservation few day prior to ensure the availability. Upon arrival, we were promptly taken to our giant long table. I was also very impressed by the interior of the restaurant. It was appeared like farmhouse setup, with wooden frame and arches, brick walls and a big size bar. I got to try some of the hand stretched mozzarella dishes like naked. It came with butter toasted bread and sea salt. The mozzarella was so delicious, such good quality. I kept eating it until the entree arrived. I got the Mediterranean salmon for entree. The fish was cooked excellently. Moist in the middle. But some of the ingredients, especially the white beans didn't go well with the salmon. I left of it in the plate, just ate the fish and the spinach. I ordered the pineapple mango (spirit free) drink. Loved the flavor of it. Our server was such a champion. He handled this huge group of diners with ease, took everyone's drinks, appetizers and entree orders correctly, not a single error. Several other staff members helped him out with serving and cleaning out empty plates. Overall we had a wonderful dinner together here.

I came to Maria's Kitchen in Richmond Hill after a baptism and it really feels like one of those…read morehidden Italian spots you'd never know about unless someone brought you here (a.k.a. my boyfriend). The tables were already set up nicely for our group, which made the whole dinner feel warm and homey right from the start. We started with a portioned antipasto plate with prosciutto, cheese, and some grilled veggies. Simple, fresh, and a nice way to ease into the meal. The pasta course came out next, and it was half penne with tomato sauce and half of a half-moon stuffed pasta filled with spinach and ricotta. My boyfriend and I both found the pasta a little bland for our liking... just needed a tiny pinch of salt to bring everything together. Then came the meat course: chicken with mushroom sauce and veggies. It was alright, but I'm not the biggest fan of chicken so I ended up packing mine home. Dessert was probably the most unique part of the night, Neapolitan ice cream wrapped in a cookie-like shell. By the time it came we were so full, so my boyfriend and I shared one. Overall, it was a nice family dinner. The food definitely has that homemade, cooked-with-love feel. The only thing was the pacing... service was quite slow. Even my boyfriend (who's Italian and very used to long meals) said this level of slow wasn't normal. If you're coming with a group, just be prepared for a longer, slower dinner.

Googled and found this Italian cafe styled restaurant with good reviews. It was about 1.30pm on a…read moreWednesday and it was pretty quiet with 2 other customers. Daily lunch specials are shown on blackboard, however they do serve other dishes. There was only one server initially appeared to be a bit indifferent, however his service was good overall. We ordered a sandwich with salad and a bolognaise pasta and a cappuccino, ingredients were fresh and the dishes were tasty. There is no fancy decoration, service or presentation, but the vibe is cozy and comfortable and up to the point, we enjoyed the meals and will hope to visit again.

Came here for high tea with my family and the Food is…read moreawesome. Enjoyed every dish that came out and would definitely come back here again!!!!

Love the space. Very tastefully decorated. Pasta dishes are delicious. Sauces for the pastas…read morehave depth of flavour and are perfectly seasoned and balanced. The pastas themselves I think are house made....not sure but they're are the perfect texture. The service was good. It didnt feel the warmest and was awkward at times. Clearing my side plate without asking if I was done with it was a little annoying because we weren't done with our appetizer. Overall I would definitely visit again based on the food. Its yummy.

I came here while visiting a friend, and this restaurant was their recommendation. I'm really glad…read moreI listened, because Sarpa ended up being such a lovely surprise. The atmosphere was polished without feeling stiff, elegant but still very comfortable, and on the evening we visited it was pleasantly calm rather than crowded, which made the whole meal feel even more enjoyable. The staff was also very friendly, and that warmth added a nice personal touch to the experience. We started with a few dishes to share, and everything felt thoughtfully prepared. The pasta was rich, comforting, and full of flavor, the lamb was tender and satisfying, and the fish was beautifully cooked with a nice balance of freshness and smokiness. Even the presentation had that refined look without trying too hard. By the time dessert arrived, I was already happy, but it ended the meal on such a cozy note. Overall, this is the kind of place that feels elegant and understated at the same time. Definitely a great spot near Oak Ridges when you want a dinner that feels special but still relaxed.

4.5/5 It has been a while since our last visit, this is another gem in the neighbourhood. Excellent…read morefood, excellent services (from the moment of online reservations, then change of reservation via phone, to service delivery inside the restaurant). Foods are always great, but I think the vegan portobello mushroom is overpriced at $34 given only 2 fried mushrooms served with vegetables, but it's fresh and tasty and so were all other dishes. The truffle fries & truffle mushroom pizza were excellent. The slightly pan fried gnocchi was quite special as this was the first time I saw gnocchi served this way. Overall, this is always an excellent authentic Italian restaurant, I always look forward to coming back!

Levetto had amazing pizza for such a great price. The amount of toppings and quality of the…read moreingredients was clearly evident. The rigatoni rose was delicious, though the portion was too big for me to finish. The service was great as well. We were seated by the door where it was cold, so we asked to relocate to another table away from the door and the waitress accommodated our preference. The inside had cute decorations for Valentine's Day and it really set the ambiance for a date.

After many years I've come back to eat here in the restaurant. It's a small place with a handful…read moreof tables and some counter seating. This time we ordered two pastas and a Caesar salad. The salad was decent; crispy and refreshing. The pastas had good texture as expected for their specialty made in-house. However, the sauces were far too oily and toppings were in short supply, making the dish unbalanced. There was basically a puddle of oil left on the plate when I finished. I was quite disappointed compared to my experience during the peak of COVID. Overall, while the pasta itself was good, I would not return due to how they cook the pasta.

This pizza was HUGE! perfect for sharing. The size alone makes it worth it, but the taste…read moredefinitely held up too. Good balance of flavours, satisfying crust, and overall just a really solid pizza that hits the spot.

Most horrible experience tonight. I ordered on their website and paid. Requested from a drop down…read more6:15 to 6:30 for me to pick up. I get there and identify myself and 2 ladies look around and tell me it will be a few minutes. I ask for they want to see my confirmation and they say it's not necessary. I'm waiting until 6:40 and another lady comes over and sees a bag of food to the side just sitting there by itself. She says that it's mine and hands it to me. She says it's been sitting g there since 6:15. I was enraged that I had to wait, that the food was getting cold just sitting there and the incompetent staff. She offered to remake it with no idea how long it would take. NEVER AGAIN Avoid ordering online there and avoid relying on there service...TERRIBLE

I absolutely love Locale Aurora -- it's my go-to spot in the Newmarket/Aurora area and it never…read moredisappoints. This time we ordered the Fungi and Margherita pizzas, and both were incredible. The Margherita is always a classic -- fresh, perfectly balanced, and with that amazing crust -- while the Fungi had such rich, earthy flavor and was done perfectly. Of course, the chili oil just takes everything to the next level. We also tried the Crostata al Cioccolato with pistachio for dessert and WOW... absolutely delicious. Rich, chocolatey with that perfect pistachio touch -- such a unique and indulgent combination and the perfect sweet ending to the meal. The food, the quality, and the chill atmosphere keep me coming back every single time. Service is always top tier. Definitely one of my favorite spots -- highly recommend!

Ah Locale. Where do I begin?…read more I love you. Don't ever change. I have had so many great experiences here and they are one of the most consistent restaurants I've ever been to. Excellent quality food. And the ambiance is great. We were seated right by the talented musician which was fantastic. The one thing..please please tell your customers the specials! I had to ask. And good thing I did.. What we ordered: 1. Mussels on special 5/5 The sauce was spicy but not too spicy and so flavourful. The mussels were cooked perfectly. And the yummy house made bread was a delicious vehicle to soak up that sauce 2. Romeo et Giulietta cocktail and Cherry Vermilion cocktail. Both delicious and perfectly balanced. 5/5 3. Branzino: 10/5 yes. That crispy skin was soo good. Perfectly seasoned and cooked and the puree and rice and kale accompanied it perfectly. Ok I need to know. How did you do that kale?! How?! I think butter was involved but that's all I got. The best tasting kale I've ever had. 4. Paccheri al Cinghaiale: 4.5/5 My brother ordered this. It was really good just not as good as mine. 5. The salted caramel dessert. 5/5 Make sure you take your spoon all the way to bottom to get all the good stuff. Delish. I'll see you again very soon Locale. That sounds creepy but no, I'm going back again this week.

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.

I have to say if I've been in Markham my whole life and I'm surprised I never tried this place…read more I would have to say this place is one of the best Italian places I ever tried in my life. I have to say they're are a little cheap as it was my birthday I thought they would give the dessert for free but they charged for the dessert it's all good, let's start of with the calamari, really crispy and tender in the inside expensive like crazy, for entree we ordered rigatoni vodka, papperdalle funghi, and chicken Parmesan, the rigatoni vodka was out of this world, very creamy pasta was cooked al dente and they make fresh pasta here, that's a first, the vodka sauce tasted delicious had a rich tomatoe flavor but super creamy, the papperdalle funghi tasted amazing as well and the chicken Parmesan tasted amazing a billion times better than Sugo. The service was excellent, the waiter was attentive, and the ambiance just seemed a bit claustrophobic as there wasn't much space in the restaurant, if you want to eat here for dinner it is highly recommended to reserve online. Just if it's your birthday don't expect anything for free I forgot to Mention the chocolate cream pie probably one of the best desserts I have ever tasted the filling was so creamy and had the right amount of sweetness and the crust was perfect.

Visited this restaurant for the very first time and it was a great experience. I came with a friend…read moreon a weekday and it got quite busy. We ordered a pepperoni pizza, Orecchiette Sawsage Rapini pasta and calamari fritti to share. The food was delicious, I loved the pasta however the prices are definitely on the higher end. They have a patio which is nice come summer time. However, I wouldn't come here just for a meal on a regular day.

Amazing hidden gem located in the heart of an older neighborhood. Came here with some friends on a…read moreFriday night. It wasn't too busy and they also had live music. Very traditional Italian feel as well. We ordered: Roast Garlic + Garlic Bread - 8/10 Penne Alla Vodka - 8/10 Spaghetti Alla Carbonara - 8.5/10 Total cost: about 70$ after tax + tip Everything we ordered was delightful. Prices are reasonable given the large portions. Service was amazing as well, our waitress was patient, accommodating and really friendly Would definitely visit again and highly recommend if you're looking for a nice Italian restaurant around Bayview Village area!

Great local spot located in the heart of an older neighborhood. Great for families and date nights…read more Cozy interior lined with booths, long and round tables. Live music. Very traditional Italian feel. Lots of parking. What we ordered: * Roast Garlic + Garlic Bread - $23 - 8/10 * Penne Alla Vodka - $24.5 - 8/10 * Spaghetti Alla Carbonara $25.50 - 8/10 Everything we tried was delicious. Prices are reasonable given the generous portion sizes. Our server was a gem - super friendly, funny, and attentive. She always came back with water or just to check on us, making sure we had everything we needed at all times. Would definitely visit again!