Toronto Food Explorer

Toronto secures 9 of the 30 national finalists, highlighting its creative edge in Canada's evolving dining scene.

• Antylia, Bar Eugenie, Liliana, NL...

• Lhao on Baldwin St. blends Thai-Chinese flavours with over 30 years of Bangkok experience, featuring dishes like roasted duck and chili salt...

Sandwich Therapy in Richmond Hill stands out with its Brain, Tongue & Mushroom sandwich ($24.99), starring beef tongue and brain as prized Persian...

Mississauga’s free Taste of Cooksville festival expands this year with nearly 100 vendors and longer hours in the historic Cooksville...

Second Harvest’s new Etobicoke site rescues surplus food from farms and retailers, vacuum-seals it, and delivers nutritious meals to schools—directly...

The shuttering of Bombay on the Lake after 20 years removes a defining neighbourhood anchor in New Toronto, where such long-standing spots function as...

Bar Mauro, one of North America’s most celebrated cocktail bars from Mexico City, brings its aperitivo experience to Toronto for a one-night guest shift at Library Bar. Don’t miss this limited-time chance to sample their acclaimed drinks.

McDonald’s is opening at 709 Queen St. E., pushing its Toronto count to 26 as Canada reaches 1,500 locations. The site, formerly Duke’s Refresher, shows the chain’s steady push into new spaces while the city’s restaurant scene evolves.

AYLA is inviting Torontonians to submit cherished family recipes and the memories behind them, selecting one to reinterpret through its own culinary...

• Italian-American classics: Homemade dishes served in a dramatic dining room evoking the Godfather's golden age
• Late-night hours: Kitchen remains...

Shin Ramyun’s Festival Street booth lets visitors customize cups with noodles, bases and toppings through Monday, with all proceeds supporting a local...

Marcello (@marcelloeats) drew hundreds to his first Cello's Cheesesteaks pop-up in Vaughan, selling 300 sandwiches in hours despite no prior tasting....

This week brings three major food-focused street festivals alongside TIFF.

• Taste of the Kingsway (Sept 11-13) takes over Bloor Street West in...

Wine critic Eric Asimov discovered the Martini's cool, cloudlike refreshment only recently, finding it a rare exception amid often flawed versions...

• Date & Setup: September 29, 2026 at Friday Burger Company for a 2-hour chef-led mini-burger tasting
• Signature Twist: Seasonal ingredients blended...

TIFF's free Festival Street transforms King Street West Sept. 10-13 into a pedestrian zone with live music, outdoor screenings, and food trucks.

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Shangri-La Toronto showcases seasonal Canadian ingredients in innovative dishes at the Lobby Lounge and bosk Restaurant. The Taste of Shangri-La promotion offers a culinary celebration from October 1 to November 15, 2026.

Surprise Matsuri Market brings Japanese summer festival vibes to Toronto this long weekend.

• Stalls showcase local creators with unique handmade...

Japanese Fish Market is opening a sushi and sake bar at 4031 The Exchange in Mississauga's Exchange District. Backed by EDO Restaurants (behind...

The Taste of Mississauga Summer Festival 2026 runs free on September 5–6. Block those dates for this no-cost GTA food event.