Paella anyone? I bet you haven't heard that in a while. And…read morehonestly, who knew it was such a Portuguese thing too? We all know Spain made it famous, but Portugal? INSANE. Back to why I do this. I'm endlessly curious about food, people, and the magic that happens when great meals meet good music. Friendships just seem to evolve naturally around a table. And thank you, E, for another incredible photo -- your choices are always perfect. Mercado on St. Clair is a hidden gem. What was once beside my mom's flower shop downtown has now found a home in a slightly more industrial setting on Caledonia -- and somehow, it works perfectly. Cozy seating inside, a great covered patio outside, and that village-style European restaurant vibe you hope to stumble across. First off, the waiter was phenomenal. He walked us through the menu, explained everything perfectly, and genuinely elevated the whole experience. The menu is massive -- meat, seafood, everything you could want -- but we came for the paella. We were told it takes time because they make it the proper way. Not overly crispy, just authentic, rich, and layered with flavour. Worth every minute of the wait. To start, we had the gambas / shrimp in a rich red garlic and herb sauce plus extra toasted bread for dipping, per our waiter's recommendation. Absolute rockstar move. The other appetizer was a delicious beef stew served over crunchy rustic bread. Simple, hearty, and top notch. Now... drum roll please. This may have been the best paella I've ever had. Okay okay, maybe somewhere along the coast in Spain I've had one fresher... but this was absolutely off the charts. Zero fishy smell. Just beautiful saffron-infused rice with that perfect slight crisp, loaded with mussels, clams, octopus, calamari, shrimp, and more. Built for two people to share and completely unforgettable. A few glasses of house white later and bam - there was absolutely no chance I was going back to work. And dessert? I kept telling myself: "No dessert, Frank. No dessert." But there's a rule in life ; if you see crème brûlée on a menu, you order it. This wasn't exactly crème brûlée, but a cheesecake-inspired version of it. Two spoons, four bites, and thank you very much. Favourite meal of the year so far. Completely blown away by this place. Mercatto -- go now. Go fast.

I was there for my birthday and this place didn't disappoint, even on a Monday…read more The atmosphere was calming and refreshing with an upbeat fun whimsical garden. Service was friendly and prompt. The food was delicious. We were a party of thee and ordered a plater that served us well. All ate from the Beira Mar platter and all meats and seafood were cooked well to order. Fantastic place for a night out or a get together with other friends family or special occasion.

This is a lovely family run restaurant with excellent and unique creole and Cajun dishes. The…read moreservice by the owner, his son and all the staff was very friendly, attentive but not pretentious.The ambiance is more up scale. There is also a pizza oven that will open up soon, serving creole pizza. We enjoyed the seafood platter and definitely filling. When making our reservation, we told them it was our anniversary. They provided a beautiful dessert platter free of charge as well as a liqueur. I would highly recommend this place for a special occasion or for a night out.

What an absolute gem! We chose their new location to celebrate our wedding anniversary and were…read moreblown away. The modern, chic decor sets a wonderful ambiance, and the service was immediate and welcoming. The food was spectacular from start to finish. We started with fresh, warm bread, followed by a flavorful seafood gumbo loaded with meat, and a generous portion of two lightly breaded crab cakes. For our mains, the 10oz ribeye and 8oz tenderloin were seasoned and cooked to absolute perfection--compliments to the chef! They came with a lovely side of baby potatoes and vegetables. We capped off a perfect meal with a warm pecan tart and ice cream. I highly recommend coming here. We noticed they have a pizza oven and plan to add pizza to the menu soon; we already can't wait for our next visit to try it out! Ps parking wise, the restaurant is just off a residential neighborhood and parking is free. No need to pay for any parking, just remember to read signs.

Picked this spot for girly night. We loved it here! Such a pretty spot and food was delicious…read more Met the chef and learned about the private dining room and tasting experience. We cant wait to be back!

Came here for brunch. Friend and I got the patio table and it was very cute…read more Food was good, we had the salmon Benedict which you can't go wrong. Shared the avocado toast and it was a bit sour/citric but it was nicely presented. Most of the food on the brunch menu u comes with salad and the hash brown. Service was great and attentive!

If you are looking for a flavourful seafood experience - this is the place to go! We ordered the…read moreboil lovers combo in medium Cajun sauce with a side of Cajun fries. All of the seafood was so fresh and plump. Sauce had a bit of a kick with a very garlic and buttery taste. Service was friendly and attentive. The only thing is that there aren't many parking spots.

I kept seeing this place show up in my Instagram feed and it looked intriguing so my husband and I…read morecame here for our anniversary dinner. Our server was really friendly and helpful as she walked us through the options. We opted for the Crab Dose for two people. The seafood was cooked to perfection but my god, the corn was phenomenal. The meal only comes with one cob cut in half and I wish there had been more. It was the best corn on the cob I've ever tasted. Our server suggested the Cajun House Sauce so we took her advice. It was solid advice! I had to chuckle a bit when she only offered us mild or medium. (I guess we don't look like people who can handle the heat. Little do they know.) We opted for the medium but it seemed more of a mild to me. Definitely should have pushed for the hot. It was the perfect amount of food and a fun experience. Messy... but fun.

Part of a longer review…read more.. You don't so much book a table at Honest Weight as you wander into it. Tucked in the Junction, it still looks and feels like the fish shop it once was, except the counters have given way to small tables and the chalkboard now lists what's cooking tonight. There's nothing slick about it, no marble tabletops or velvet banquettes. Instead, Honest Weight disarms you with something much rarer in Toronto dining: warmth. The kind of warmth that feels like stepping into a friend's East Coast home--where the fish is fresh, the welcome genuine, and you're looked after in a way that feels instinctive.

Delicious, healthy, fresh, high quality. Chic classy ambiance. Oysters were fresh and delicious,…read moreclam chowder very yummy, fish tastes fresh. Can tell that all dishes were crafted carefully with fine ingredients. Great service. Would def come back.

Once again I did the usual New Year's Eve pickup from Gus' City Fish Market. I've been a…read morelongstanding customer and no matter who I am served by, they are always trying to make my buying experience an enjoyable one. Whether it's the different varieties of salmon, oysters, lobsters, etc., you know you're going to come away with an excellent selection. Wishing the City Market Family a prosperous, happy and healthy 2026!

Best dam seafood store in Toronto. Always fresh and the staff are amazing…read more I wouldn't shop for seafood anywhere else

Young guy standing outside, turned out to be the greeter, and server. Oysters were great, from…read moreBoston and Vancouver. Bostons were better, bigger. Professional service.

Oysters mussels fish and chips. Brought the wife who is going on her seafood journey and she really…read moreenjoyed everything also. Servers and bartender were super helpful and attentive Great spot

This is my new favorite lunch restaurant! While it helped to have perfect weather on a private…read morepatio, the food was impeccable! DH told me later he was unsure about a seafood place in a strip mall (it's next to a branch of RBC), but this means there's lots of free and safe parking. Midweek lunch meant no reservation was necessary, even during high tourist season. Just inside the door is a list of the locations of the hundred or so purveyors of their oysters: It's impressive! We opted for small plates and a few side dishes. Everything was so well prepared! My oysters were plump, briny, and attractively plated on ice with lemon slices. A small bucket of jarred sauces rounded out the setting: Hot Jamaican, spicy mustard, Wostershire, and mignonette. On the platter was freshly grated horseradish, which had a five second delay before the heat kicked in! My husband had the lobster roll, which was crammed full of large pieces of lobster! It was the best we've ever had! We'll be back soon! Husb

This is located in a strip mall and the ambiance is casual. They have a large drink menu and the…read moreoysters are tasty. The food menu is a little on the small side but they do have some nice selections. The portions are decent sized but don't expect a lot of food on your plate as most sides are billed separately. The food is prepared well and is very tasty. Our server was very nice and helpful.

Wow, fantastic meal at KC boil that left me and my family counting the days until we can come back…read morelol! We enjoyed beautifully plated dishes (the use of dry ice is SO cool, haven't seen this before at a boil resto). Snow, dungeness, and king crab were delicious. we also enjoyed the sides (fries, fried rice, torpedo shrimp, garlic bread etc) but of course-- and as it should be-- the seafood was the star of the show. The interior is super clean and pristine; the screens of fish are a wonderful alternative to live aquariums.

This place just opened up and the ambiance is really nice. We had gotten mild spice and it ended up…read morebeing very spicy. The lobster took a while to come out and was very chewy as well. Couldn't finish it at all and left with an upset stomach. I recommend the fried rice out of everything. Went with my family on a busy day so maybe that's why service was a bit off, but our table did not get any scissors either for the snow crab legs. Overall, the flavors were definitely there, great ambiance, great pricing for seafood boil, but the food could have been much better along with service.

My second evening visiting friends in Toronto, they brought me here for dinner. OMG. The food, the…read moredrinks, the service, the ambiance -- all were simply great. Thanks to a couple of the reviews, we ordered -- among other things the spicy rigatoni. Absolutely unbelievable flavor that really wakes up your tastebuds and says, "Delicious, aren't I?" The answer is YES!!! We ordered the truffle fries for the table, which are the best I've ever had and I love truffle fries. I ordered the Sangria Rouge simply because I love a really good one. This met and exceeded all my hopes and dreams. In fact, I would say that that describes this restaurant. It was a wonderful, wonderful experience.

Went to Maxime's for drinks and dinner and honestly the spicy vodka rigatoni is still living in my…read morehead. We ordered a bunch of things to share and the table ended up being full pretty quickly. Rock shrimp to start, truffle fries with truffle aioli, a wagyu caesar salad, half roasted chicken, and king oyster mushrooms. Everything was good, but the rigatoni completely stole the show. Creamy, spicy, perfectly cooked pasta and one of those dishes where you keep going back for another bite even when you're already full. Drinks were solid too. The Pornstar Martini and the Hot & Bothered were both great and fit the vibe of the place. The space feels polished but still lively, especially around the bar. Definitely the kind of spot that works for a night out, drinks with friends, or a late dinner. If you go, do not skip the spicy vodka rigatoni. I would come back just for that.