Little Italy Restaurants

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  • 1. Bar Raval

    $$$ | Little Italy

    Inside a breathtaking room swathed in undulating waves of wood, you'll find Bar Raval, a tapas restaurant known for some marvelous food and drink. Stop by during the day and order a couple pintxos (a single-serving snack served on a skewer), feast on tins of smoked seafood and heartier tapas for a full meal, or stop in late for a nightcap.

    505 College St., Toronto, Ontario, M6G 1A4, Canada
    647-344--8001

    Known For

    • Popular covered patio
    • Standing-only tables (plus a couple stools)
    • Varied drinks list with sherry, vermouth, cocktails, and "weird wine"

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No reservations.
  • 2. Café Diplomatico

    $$ | Little Italy

    Holding court over a central Little Italy corner since 1968, Diplomatico is popular for its big sidewalk patio with umbrella-shaded tables, one of the best places in the city for people-watching. "The Dip," as it's locally known, serves reliable red-sauce Italian fare until late into the night.

    594 College St., Toronto, Ontario, M6G 1B3, Canada
    416-534--4637

    Known For

    • Classic Italian dishes
    • Large portions at reasonable prices
    • Great people-watching
  • 3. Chiado

    $$$$ | Little Italy

    It's all about elegance at this long-standing Portuguese spot, where waiters bustle past white tablecloths and polished wood armchairs. The exquisite fish, which form the menu's base, are flown in from the Azores and Madeira. But there's much for meat eaters, too—like a signature roasted rack of lamb with Douro wine sauce.

    864 College St. W, Toronto, Ontario, M6H 1A3, Canada
    416-538–1910

    Known For

    • Excellent grilled seafood
    • Classic Portuguese dishes
    • Top-notch service

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
  • 4. Duff's Famous Wings

    $$ | Little Italy

    At this classic Toronto wing joint, crispy flats and drumettes are served with pristine celery sticks and creamy dill or blue-cheese dressing. The "medium" sauce is still fairly hot—but for those truly willing to tempt fate, the options go all the way up to "armageddon."

    558 College St. W, Toronto, Ontario, M6G 1B1, Canada
    416-963–4446

    Known For

    • Pub grub--focused menu
    • Loud, lively atmosphere
    • Great for families

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted
  • 5. Giulietta

    $$$$ | Little Italy

    Traditional Italian food gets a modern twist at this intimate eatery offering a wide, delicious variety of updated Italian dishes. Pastas and pizzas are both excellent, but there's standout seafoods and meats—like a showstopping strip loin for two—mixed in among the numerous veg-forward options.

    972 College St., Toronto, Ontario, M6H 1A5, Canada
    416-964--0606

    Known For

    • Ultramodern interior design
    • Signature grilled octopus
    • Sizeable list of Italian wines and aperitivi

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
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  • 6. PG Cluck's

    $$ | Little Italy

    Folks flock from all over town for this takeout counter's fried chicken sandwiches—one of the first spots to capitalize on what has become a citywide trend.

    610 College St., Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    416-539--8224

    Known For

    • Massive, juicy chicken sandwiches
    • Spicy and jalapeño-honey options
    • Tiny storefront with no seating
  • 7. The Big Chill

    $ | Little Italy

    If you're craving a specific ice cream flavor or topping, chances are this long-standing ice cream parlor will have it ready to go.

    566 College St., Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    416-960--2455

    Known For

    • 30-plus flavors of ice cream and frozen yogurt
    • Throwback treats like banana splits
    • Colorful retro interior
  • 8. The Night Baker

    $ | Little Italy

    Known for hefty, soft-centered cookies, from Oreo and s'more to Filipino-inspired delicacies, this bakery also ships its wares across Canada and the United States (in case you get a craving once you're back at home).

    825 College St., Toronto, Ontario, Canada
    416-901–5590

    Known For

    • Rotating cookie flavors like ube and pandan
    • Coffee and glasses of milk to drink
    • Gelato options in summertime

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.

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