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    Sugo

    4.5 (372 reviews)
    Open 3:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    Rigatoni and Caesar plate
    Janine W.

    I've been there a few times thought I wrote a review. It's always busy here. I find it best to go for lunch Service is quick It's carb heavy. But if you're happy to eat homemade pasta and like Italian it's a great place to go It's noisy as all heck though Can't say I've had anything bad there

    Rigatoni
    Alyssa H.

    The staff was so friendly and helpful and the food was sooo good. Some of the best pasta I've had in a long time. Great flavor. I would absolutely visit again. The dinning area is small, only fits about 24 people from what I counted, so make a reservation if you can!

    Fanny S.

    If you crave a good family styled Italian meal, this is the place to be! It's a casual and upbeat spot just across from the Lawnsdowne TTC station. This is actually a review of Bar Sugo, the sister restaurant next door owned by the same owners as Sugo with the same menu but with wood burning pizza ovens. We came in at 5:15pm and the place was already packed on a Tuesday night! We placed our name on the wait list and was told a wait of 30 mins for a table for 2. We walked in next door and were seated right away at Bar Sugo which is double the size as Sugo. The menu was simple and we ordered the meatball, Spaghetti Pomodoro and veal parm to share. The texture of the spaghetti was perfectly chewy and you can taste the freshness. The veal parm was flavorful and the portions were generous. The tiramisu is one of the best I've had in the city and it's perfectly portioned for sharing. I would definitely be back to try more of the pasta and the 14 inch pizza pie.

    Tagliatelle Bolognese, garlic bread and Caesar salad
    Elle G.

    Fantastic good done American-Italian style. Things to know. - close to the Lansdowne subway. - they don't take reservations so you need to get there right at 5 pm or put your name on a waitlist. After 7 pm they stop taking names as chances are you won't get in. (They close around 9 pm). You may wait as long as 90+ minutes for a table. - it's a small place so not a lot of tables. - really reasonable $ and awesome food. - they have a sister resto and bar just steps away with pretty much the same menu except they serve pasta and the bar serves pizza. It's also open later. - the portions are good sized and meant to be shared. We had the meatball (sooo good), Caesar salad (oh the garlic lol), garlic bread and bolognese. It was too much for us to eat. The salad could serve 3-4 ahead of the meal. Everyone was so nice including the concierge. Great, friendly vibe.

    Zainab W.

    This well-known Italian restaurant is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic, delicious dishes at reasonable prices. It's always busy, and since they don't take reservations, we waited about 30 minutes--but it was worth it. The interior is cozy and a little small, with an old-school Italian vibe that feels warm and welcoming. The staff were really friendly and attentive. We tried the Rigatoni Rose pasta, which was a creamy - rigatoni was al dente, and the rose sauce had a rich creaminess and subtle tomato tang, each bite was flavorful, especially with fresh parmesan cheese. We also tried the Spaghetti Pesto which was equally impressive-- fresh, and aromatic, with a pesto that clung to every strand of pasta. For dessert we had the Tiramisu which was light and airy, yet decadently creamy not too sweet or heavy. Just made perfectly. This is my absolute favorite Italian restaurant so far and i would definitely recommend.

    rigatoni
    Jessica I.

    Italian comfort food at its best - great flavour, big portions, no frills! We tried the buratta, caesar salad, rigatoni, pesto spaghetti, and chicken parm. The buratta and fresh tomatoes were so light and balanced out the fried dough perfectly. The lightly shredded parm on the salad and pastas were chefs kiss. The pastas were both perfectly al dente. I personally preferred the rigatoni more - it was really flavourful and savory. The chicken parm was solid but the other dishes stood out more. All in all, this meal was great value for the quality and portions. Our server was very friendly. We came mid-day so didn't have to wait in line. I would definitely want to return but I'm not sure if I would wait in a long line to eat again.

    Pesto cream spaghetti
    Teresa V.

    WOOAH!! That's what your taste buds will say as soon as you have a bite. Went here with my friend and I'm so glad she picked this place because omg, probably the best Italian food in Toronto! My favourite was the pesto cream - rich, creamy yet super herby. Doesn't make you feel yucky after having it. The calamari was fresh and not oily at all - the marinara sauce was not too acidic. The garlic bread could've been more toasted and garlic-y. Would definitely take my boyfriend here!

    Calamari
    Susan L.

    A Toronto beloved and favourite, if you ask just about anyone, Sugo lands as one of the top Toronto Italian restaurants to visit. We were in the area and so we had our hearts set out to finally check it out. Sugo is very busy so it can be very hard to find a spot. The wait can be up to an hour at times. Lucky for us there were a few bench seats available so we got seated right away. Note, there is so reservation so you just have to either wait, come early/when they just open or get lucky. The staff are really efficient and attentive and they get you seated prompted though, when a seat becomes available. The food also came out super quickly once we ordered. The restaurant itself if small and has that small diner feel. Sugo is known as an American Italian restaurant and it definitely gets the vibes right. Food-wise, everything was amazing. We got the calamari, gnocchi and spaghetti pesto cream with sugo. The calamari were perfectly crispy and surprisingly not too oily. Paired with the marinara sauce, it was perfect. Of the two pasta dishes, I loved the spaghetti the most, the noodles were cooked just right (al dente) and and sauce was very well balanced with the cream and sugo. The gnocchi was also delicious and so soft that it basically melts in your mouth. They also have a daily special and sometimes use pasta from other famous pasta shops like Famiglia Baldassarre. I'll have to come back again for their rigatoni. Also, we didn't order the tiramisu this time but we've tried it at their sister restaurant Bar Sugo, and it definitely lives up to the hype. Definitely a Toronto gem and worth the visit if you don't mind the wait.

    Paige G.

    Genuinely so amazing. Price was so good for the amount of food you get. My pasta was HUGE! Pesto was creamy and bright. Got a hugo spritz too which was well done. I would describe this spot as elevated Italian comfort food. First time in Toronto and now I definitely want to go back to get this again!

    Pesto Cream Spaghetti
    John H.

    I've been riding my bike past this place - and noticing the line up - for years, but we finally had a chance to check it out this weekend (during Big On Bloor) and I totally get it. Of course the place is busy, and the wait staff are running, and the music is energetic, and it's a whole vibe. The menu is simple and we all went for the pastas. There was a lasagna with meat sauce (beef, pork, veal) on special and I had that. My my wife had a pesto cream spaghetti and we did a swap. They were both delicious. The lasagna was a delight, deeply cheese-y balanced by the sauce which had a wonderful bright tang. The pesto was extremely moreish, subtle and rich and creamy on first bites but you can't stop eating it. I enjoyed having the two flavours together (go with a close friend or trusted associate). The portions were pretty substantial. We paired it with a house Italian pilsner (made by Indie Alehouse) and it was the perfect drink to go with the pasta. We brought along our two nieces who were in town for the weekend and they both really enjoyed it as well. They were suitably impressed by both the food and the up-beat mood of the place. Considering how busy it was, and that they were also serving to the street side patio, the service was amazing. These guys have it down and they really seem to love what they are doing - you can feel it. So now I understand what the line-up is all about. Will Sugo again. Bravo!

    Kelvin L.

    We've been waiting a while to get a chance to visit Sugo, but it just so happened that we were in the area during the day ahead of the dinner rush and there was no wait to get in. This is a walk-in only restaurant (typically 45+ min waiting times) and they take only debit/cash. Sugo is a local favorite for many Torontonians, so it was a great chance to try it for ourselves. Since it is the summer season, they have their roadside patio open for more seating, normally it is only their limited indoor bar and table seating. The staff was attentive and responsive, the food came out pretty quickly, within 15 mins of ordering. What we (2) ordered... - Calamari, was very crispy and fresh, the Aioli and Marinara sauces were great compliments, the Banana Peppers weren't too spicy (when you remove the seeds) - Gnocchi, gnocchi with their house signature sauce, it was extremely pillow-y in texture, the basil and whipped ricotta added a great balance to the sauce - Spaghetti Pesto Cream with Sugo, spaghetti with their house signature sauce, the pesto cream was amazing and was well balanced We finished every bite and scraped the plate clean of the sauce. It was delicious. Although the meal might be "simply", it was masterfully created. Would be back again when they aren't too busy to try their Rigatoni and parms. Although we didn't get their Tiramisu this time, it is very good, as we had the same next door at Bar Sugo.

    Veal parm
    Alex H.

    Delicious food! Large portions, easy to share amongst a group. The server was helpful, telling us how many dishes we'd need for our size. Will definitely be returning!!

    rigatoni
    Michelle K.

    Sugo!! one of the most hyped italian restaurants in toronto. Great portions and flavours. I reccomend the rigatoni! I sat at their patio and it's a bit small but it's vibes! The insides are the same, with all tables close to eachother. Pizza is good, but don't like how the pizza crust is burnt. I still have to try their Tiramisu! Very chaotic street wouldn't recommend driving here, but taking transit. And very long waitlist if you do not come early.

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    The best rigatoni in the city, hate the wait for a table but love the food, so i don't mind. Definitely will be back.

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