Top Toronto restaurants located within a 5 minute walk of St. George Station | Ratings, Reviews & Maps

We had a pleasant pre-theatre dinner at Fieramosca Trattoria in Yorkville. The service was warm and attentive throughout the evening, and it was especially nice to see several South Asian staff among the FOH servers and bar team — a refreshing touch in a classic spot. I really enjoyed the orata (sea bream) — beautifully cooked with perfect texture, definitely worth the $46. My husband had the mixed seafood pasta special (huge portion, can’t remember the price) and really enjoyed it, along with the burrata appetizer special. The calamari appetizer was light and not greasy — a nice start. The melon and prosciutto, though, was underwhelming. The melon came in large chunks, which felt a bit clumsy — it would have been better more carefully sliced for both taste and presentation. Nice fresh bread and spreadable butter. The overcooked side vegetables were also forgettable, as the various tastes and textures (beets, broccoli, cauliflower, potatoes, etc.) clashed with the fish, and didn’t match the quality of the mains. Overall presentation could use some refinement. Still, it’s a solid Yorkville option for classic Italian fish and seafood dishes with good service. We’d return for the orata and seafood specials.
Genevieve Anderson - a month ago

Not sure where to start with my review for this hidden gem in Toronto. My son was looking through Google to find an Italian restaurant near us and he picked out this place based on their ratings. What an amazing choice. For the first time in awhile I had nothing to complain about and every single item we ordered was WOW. The bread is so fresh crispy on the outside and fluffy inside. We ordered a margarita pizza to share, gnocchi, linguini shrimp Alfredo, pasta with blush sauce, shrimp and mushroom, and pasta with seafood. Everything was beyond delicious and the service was amazing as well. I will definitely be back and will recommend it to all our friends. Hats off to the chef and kitchen staff as well.
HASSAN FARHAT - a year ago

Ate lunch on the lovely back patio after a morning in the museum. There was a decent crowd on a Thursday after the usual lunch time. We were there around 130 or so. The waiter was very nice and accommodating. We split three courses. To start we had the melon and prosciutto. It was tasty. We definitely struggled a bit to cut up the melon and the meat with a butter knife. But we made do. The second course was an arugula salad. It was certainly the highlight of the meal for me. It was topped with a good amount of shaved parmesan of pretty decent quality. The dressing was well prepared and balanced the peppery notes from the greens and the sweetness of the fruit. The third course was a pizza. This needed to be eaten Italian style with a knife and fork. As you can see from the photos they were very generous with the toppings. All in all it was a good meal.
Kelly Roth - 10 months ago

I have been to this restaurant before and had a great experience but this time it seems everything that was once good is gone. The food was terrible for example the margarita pizza looked like it was a frozen pizza you get at the store and the service was very curt and cold. We didn’t finish our meal and I was very disappointed in the experience especially given the price tag. This place used to be a gem but I think for the price there are other places much more worth your while in the area for Italian.
Katerina - 9 months ago

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I’ve been to Madison Avenue Pub a few times for meet-ups, watching soccer, and hanging out with friends—it’s always a good time. The vibe during soccer games is unbeatable, with a lively crowd and plenty of screens. The food is solid—I’ve had the fish and chips, chicken sandwich, and fries, all consistently good. Service is usually great, though it can slow down a bit when it’s really busy, which is fair. Overall, a fun, reliable spot for drinks, classic pub food, and catching the game. Definitely recommend!
Shripad Tak - a week ago

The burgers were very good, we order the Classic Pub Burger and the Beyond Burger, they come with fries. It’s a very cool spot to go with your friends or after work. We spent like $30 bucks for one beer and a hamburger with fries, I think is a fair price. They have trivia nights, and a lot of room for small or big groups.
Mon - 2 weeks ago

I went to the Maddy for the second time on Monday night. Both times that I have went, the venue was completely overcrowded, not like the other bars that I go to. My friends and I decided to go up to the patio to get a breath of fresh air and we really enjoyed our time up there. We all got drinks. I had the cowboy colada & blue Hawaiian. My friends had the love potion, and sour key. We all tried the lime Jell-O shots on special. Our server, Delaynie, was such a sweetheart. She provided quick and efficient service and had recommendations and suggestions. Since it was past 11pm, my friends and I decided on some half-price appetizers. We tried the spring rolls, Mac and cheese balls & nachos. The food was great for the price and we will definitely be coming back (maybe when it’s less busy? I didn’t expect it to be busy on a Monday night, but I guess St. Patrick’s day brings the business in lol)
Emma Charlebois - 3 months ago

Came here for lunch after a class and it was a good time. The place is huge! Lots of space downstairs and upstairs. Many pool tables, juke boxes, slots, and bars to sit by. The beers were cold and smooth. I ordered a burger off the lunch menu and it was only $10!! I was shocked because I also got fries with it, you're not getting a meal at McDonald's with fries for that price, especially if you have to also order a drink like we did for the burger. The burger was decent and definitely better than the average fast food spot. I'd come back to try other things on their menu. I also had a tequila shot which they had decent options for a pub. Overall good experience I'll be back to try more.
Rameel - 3 months ago

Visited Madison Avenue Pub with my school batch mates to have some drinks and watch Maple Leafs match. Amazing pub and they had already opened the upper level patio deck. Too much seating space surrounded by lush green tall trees. We ordered two pitchers, one each Stella Artois and Space Invader. Later we ordered a pint 🍺 and continued to watch the game. On the sides we got Pub Nachos & fries 🍟 along with Fish Taco Trio. Well prepared food and fresh by the chef. Staffs were very friendly and had a good sense of humour. The pub is awesome in terms of low level of noise, quiet neighbourhood and few steps away from TTC Spadina subway station. A hidden gem, will visit soon. Thank you for your service Madison Staff!!!
Singhania Group - a month ago

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We had a lovely anniversary dinner here. It was our first time. The pizzas are definitely unique, we had 3 for just the 2 of us. Thin crust that's crunchy on the outside and soft once you bite in. We could tell the owner/cook puts a lot of passion into his work with the 72 hour fermented sourdough. We also had their paccheri ai frutti di mare pasta in lobster sauce, which was simply divine! We finished with some house-made panetone and tiramisu that were out of this world. The owner was kind enough to offer us a digestif with dessert! All the staff were warm, friendly and attentive. The ambiance was charming and cozy and we absolutely loved the decor. We highly recommend!
Frank Nhan - 5 months ago

Once again, after returning to Toronto, I visited the restaurant I had been to five months ago. And once again, I’m amazed by the delicious food and the vibrant atmosphere of the restaurant. This time, I brought my friends, and they were also impressed. I’m already looking forward to my next trip to Toronto so I can visit your restaurant again. I’m already drooling 🤤🤤🤤. Thank you, Francesca, Paulo, and Giuseppe – you are the loveliest!!!
Valentyna Tarta - 5 months ago

On my Humble opinion and newcomers from Italy, the best Italian spot where to find Francesca a true Italian grandmother that will welcome you as no one can ever do. Great tasteful food and friendly service. Every time I feel like being back in Italy for a while
Davide Ciava - 4 months ago

Happenstance brought us to Bar Mercurio, and thank goodness it did. What we thought would be just a pre-game snack turned into a full-blown, warm and welcoming dinner experience. If you're craving that feeling of stepping into a cozy café tucked away in Italy, this is it. The atmosphere, the food, and the people were authentic and heartfelt. Especially the people!! And their not-so-secret weapon? Nona Francesca! For us, she's the heart of the place, and trust me, you’ll feel it in every bite. If you love pizza and enjoy a real-deal Caesar salad, this spot should be at the top of your list. Hands down, it was the best sourdough pizza we've ever had and only later did we find out they've actually been voted the best sour dough pizza in Toronto. Totally deserved. We also had the olives, rigatoni and meatballs. Yum! We left nothing behind. Anything we could not finish came home with us for a midnight snack. Thank you to Nonna and the team! It was the best pre-game dinner we have had and we will to return to enjoy the chaucuterie!
denise shirazi - a month ago

Authentic Italian restaurant with heart and soul. Enjoyed it so much we returned for dinner twice during our 5-day stay in Toronto. Prices were fair, house wine was excellent. Service competent and friendly. Highly recommend!
ME Lewis - in the last week

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I had high hopes about this place but the meal was alright. Nothing out of the ordinary. I was not a fan of the crunchy bread around my sandwich and I could not taste the salmon in my smoked sandwich. I was quite disappointed when each bite tasted like bread and lettuce. The iced coffee was great and I would recommend it 😊
Elina - 3 months ago

The food was okay, but the place was great. I ordered creamy mushroom soup and breakfast croissant. The soup was good, but the croissant tasted ok. The vegetable omelet between the croissant was nit flavorful. Didn't enjoy as much as I expected.
kavya jalla - a week ago

Pretty cozy environment with a variety of homemade pastries to select but not a superb service as they rush in collecting your plates even when you’re not done eating.
EA San - in the last week

Great cozy location downtown Toronto. Patio in the summer is amazing. Pastries are always fresh and coffee is done right!!! The sandwiches are delicious and must try when you need to enjoy your coffee.
Konstantinos Katsaris - a month ago

Vibe is awesome 👌 especially terrace is good to relax and sandwich is huge for me. I want to try coffee next time.
JH G (Warning_kwon) - a week ago

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Absolutely delicious! I saw they had a weekend deal, buy one 7oz steak with fries and Caesar salad get one free so I had to try it out. Needless to say, the steak was well seasoned, fries were crunchy and enjoyable, and the salad was a great appetizer! We only paid $39.99 for the meal promotion and left the restaurant full and content. Service was top tier and the waiter was so kind! I recommend this as a date night spot, especially if you want something affordable 😋
Elina - 3 months ago

I visited Duke of York yesterday for a drink. The beer was good and the back patio was lovely. I ordered fries, however, they tasted bad. They tasted as though the fry oil had not been cleaned - fishy and smokey like burned batter. It was served with an overly large and dirty bowl of gravy. Not to mention this small portion was $11! What. A. Rip. Off. The waitress was very kind and handled our complaint very well. She took the fries off of our bill immediately and offered us a free desert - which was appreciated to be sure. I hope this business appreciates their foh staff because our server was the highlight of our visit. I would’ve come again for actual food, but if you can’t even do fries right and clearly use frozen strawberries on your cheesecake for the price you sell it for… all I can say is I’m truly grateful I got it for free.
Finny Flynn-Mulholland - 9 months ago

We came in from Goderich Ontario for a day at the ROM. Three generations, from 9 months to 66. Table for 12. Exceptional service. Very welcoming. They could not do enough for us. Delicious food. Good pricing. I can’t say enough! Thank you. A great finish to a marvellous day. ❤️ kudos to our waitress. She was patient, kind and efficient. We will return.
Lisa Smith - in the last week

Our small group had a pleasant time at this pub. They graciously allowed us to change out seating plans at the last minute which was much appreciated. We had a lovely time on the sunny patio. The food was good as was the drink selection.
Elaine - a week ago

American Thanksgiving served yearly. Best British food served daily. Wait, staff treats you like you're the King of Great Britain. Dolly is a doll... location off the St. GEORGE Subway is just too easy.... would drive my dog sled if I needed for a pint or the wine by the glass.
Terry Price - 5 months ago

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It's a very smart and comfortable lounge. The service was fantastic and the drinks were ok. Sadly, I did tell the server we were a tad disappointed by the $18 "happy hour" pizza - it seemed to look like something from the Shoppers frozen aisle (and tasted worse). He kindly offered us some desserts but we declined. He mentioned that their other food is better, so I don't want to judge the place too harshly based on the pizza (see picture). For the restaurant: there are many great pubs and bars downtown selling happy hour pizzas, home made, for $10... Edna and Vita is a good example.
Will - 3 months ago

We went for some drinks with friends here and sat in the little patio/garden in the middle and it was beautiful and such a great vibe! The drinks were delicious and the food was good though the nachos were a little burnt on the edges. The also had a live music which added to the ambiance
Sara Kohal - a week ago

Amazing amazing amazing staff. I had a foot injury at the restaurant. I was wearing high heels and twisted my ankel. Staff was so helpful especially the manager, he was so humble . Food was amazing and so was the ambience. We booked igloo patio outdoor and it was amazing . We are unhappy with the price only other than that everything was amazing
Ravisha goyal - 5 months ago

We had a wonderful time having dinner on the patio in the igloo. The food was outstanding, served nice and hot. We had everything we needed. It heats up quickly and its easy to sit there for few hours enjoying the ambiance. Our server Vlad is one of the best, attentive, friendly...so good at his job. Our only issue was cold feet. :) We were wearing leather boots but needed warmer ones...it was the only part of us that was cold even though we were sitting on a platform. If you have a chance, you should take the opportunity to enjoy this experience.
J Galbraith - 4 months ago

Celebrated my anniversary here and had Thomas as our server. He was wonderful and treated us very kindly. I was surprised that there was only actually 1 jumbo shrimp but it was yummy along with the risotto it was served with. The steak was cooked a bit over my asking, but not too much. The louvre was a unique and tasty dessert as well. I would come here again. :)
NatashaAnne11 - a year ago

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sharif’s $5 hotdogs ALWAYS comes in clutch when me and my friends need a quick hassle-free bite on campus
Res - 11 months ago

A nice selection of dogs and condiments. I've tried them all and haven't been disappointed at all, they're quite tasty. Everyone I encountered there was very nice and friendly, but Sarah is their shining star!!! Her customer service is second to none. Truly a pleasant experience.
Dakarai Knight - a year ago

stood in the rain eating this hotdog and it was awesome, 5 stars.
Nara W - 10 months ago

I absolutely love visiting this hotdog stand on Sundays, when Sarah is there! Her hotdogs are hands down the best, made with love and passion that truly sets them apart. The warm and welcoming atmosphere she creates is unbeatable, making every visit a delightful experience. While there are a variety of people working at the stand, I always make sure to go on Sundays when I know Sarah is there. Her exceptional service and dedication to her customers deserve a 10-star rating! If you haven't tried her hotdogs yet, you're missing out on a fantastic treat. Highly recommended for a delicious and heartwarming experience! 👍🌭 Thank you Sarah, for your exceptional customer service!
Michelle Gordon - a year ago

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The presentation and service were remarkable, we stayed more than 3h and the waitress never put any pressure for us to leave. We were even given a candle when the time progressed slowly into the night. For the price we paid, the value was very good. I would recommend
David Galipeau - a month ago

A beautiful aesthetic. The food was okay - definitely overpriced in its presentation, taste and ingredients. Our server was AMAZING. Loved him, really great energy and super positive. But the bussers were incredibly… odd. One of them ignored us completely and the other one just randomly popped up out of no where like a ghost on several occasions. Entertaining in a way. No mocktail options per se, but the server was happy to accommodate based on taste… although, have to say, I requested for something fruity and fresh and got citrusy. Still delicious, mind you! I went for brunch, so very chill atmosphere. Love the set up, really gorgeous space!
Martin Bryan - 2 weeks ago

Came here for my mom’s birthday and the food and drinks were great! It wasn’t too busy and the food came out quick. Our waiter was very attentive and even came out with a candle on the birthday dessert! I got the wings which were half off on Monday’s and it was so good! The cheesecake was very light and not too sweet as well. My only reason for not giving a 5 star review is due to one of the cups having a lipstick stain on it(not ours) so it made me question the cleanliness of the glassware but everything else was great! Would recommend!
R M - 8 months ago

We made a reservation for 6pm on a Friday night and when we arrived most of the tables were full, so we were directed to a corner high table behind the bar. The privacy was good, but we missed all the vibrant atmosphere of the restaurant and also the restaurant staff forgot about us at times. We ordered “Fortunate Fajitas” and “Fortunate Burger”. The food was delicious and cooked well. They had 1/2 price bottle of wine offer for Friday nights as well. They also have a stage for live music that unfortunately they didn’t have any plans for that night.
Alaleh - FoodyTO - 8 months ago

Came in with my friends for dinner last week, during a trivia night. The food was overpriced for what it was, and the options were limited. I ended up getting a pizza and it came with way too much sauce. The crispy calamari is not bad, but still overpriced for the amount you get. However, the service was what truly ruined the vibes for me. Our waiter seemed to be rushing us out of the place the entire time. As a paying customer you expect to at least be treated in a welcoming manner. The atmosphere was nice, and I enjoyed the decorations. But in summary, I do not recommend this restaurant.
Amaru Izarra - a month ago

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Such a unique experience in this hidden cafe! Right off the bat, walking to the front of this lovely place is already welcoming with pretty tiles decorating the outside. On the inside is such a comfortable vibe, with a lot of seating and absolutely beautiful decor. I love that they serve plant based drinks, truly a great option for those who don’t consume dairy. They also lend you free tarot cards for you to use with your friends. The lavender latte was also great, although a bit too milky for my tastes, it wasn’t too bad for the price.
ً - 3 months ago

WOW! How am I just discovering this place. Perfect cozy Café of healthy beverages: smoothies, teas etc. Beautiful counter of vegan desserts that all look INSANE and like mini pieces of art. Cute retail area with health foods, essential oils- all the healthy supplies. I randomly happened in after a long afternoon stroll around UofT and Philosphers Walk. Almost defaulted to my usual nut bar, then after a quick Google, spotted this neat place. It is HEAVENLY. Ordered my smoothie and asked if any of these lovely desserts happen to be dairy free? ALL! Whoa. It's been about 10 years since I've enjoyed a Tiramisu, it was so so so so good. Took a seat up in the very cozy lounge: funky wood carved high tops, lounge pillows at short tables etc. It's so coze. I'm looking very forward to returning with a book and spending hours here supporting this lovely business. The Turmeric Pineapple smoothie was insane too. Perfect renourish after a 13km walk. Lady at the counter was the perfect energy for this spot- kind, warm, welcoming, laid back, confident, cool. Thank you x one million 👊
Crystal Watts - 2 weeks ago

Cool place! I love the oracle cards and all the jewelry and candles you can buy. Nice tea, latte and smoothies. I like the design of chairs and it’s so interesting.
Valentyna - a month ago

Alternity at 33 Bloor is a really great bar/cafe/event space. It has unique plant-based beverages and food offerings . I tried the cacao with coconut milk. I find the prices a bit high considering there is a university nearby. I love the vibe for events and believe it has a very unique feel to it. I came for the visonary arts festival and it was the perfect spot for arts and wellness oriented events. It's a popular spot, so be prepared for potential crowds. I know I will be back here and hope to attend more events. It is very close to St George station . Parking is available by street but may be a challenging to get to as it's a pretty busy street. Regardless make sure to check it out for the vibe and unique experience.
Thanuja V - 4 months ago

Great cafe that is also close on campus to robarts library! I loveee their decorations and seating. Everything is super cute and aesthetic (great for pictures). The service was great and I enjoyed chilling here, catching up with my friends. DO NOT get the matcha with coconut milk the taste was a bit weird coming from a matcha oat fan. I would come visit again and get their other drinks, maybe even try their desserts or sandwiches!
Annie Song - 2 months ago

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