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EXPLORE TORONTO | | | | | | | 4150 Yonge St
Toronto,
ON
M2P 2C6
416-222-2220 | | | | | Description: YORK. A quiet, elegant, cottage-style atmosphere gives this lovely New French restaurant a sense of individuality. The cuisine is superb, and the service is excellent. You might try roasted pheasant with seared foie gras, or Canon d'Agneau Rôti a roasted lamb loin wrapped in Swiss chard with a Jerusalem artichoke gratin and lentil jus. As you would expect, Auberge du Pommier has an excellent wine selection, and desserts are not to be missed.
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| 609 King Street W
Toronto,
ON
M5V 1M5
416-603-2777 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. Chef Marc Thuet has quite a reputation in culinary circles, and his stylish restaurant is the ideal atmosphere in which to enjoy his classic French technique. Start with an hors d'oeuvre such as rabbit pâté with shrimp and asparagus, or pan-seared foie gras with rhubarb and strawberry coulis. If a second course is in order, ricotta gnocchi with porcinis and poached bone marrow is divine. Carnivores will love the selection of main courses, like beef tenderloin with braised pork knuckles and Dungeness crab. The house's wine suggestions are spot on, but the wine list certainly bears exploring.
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| 990 Bay St
Toronto,
ON
M5S 3A8
416-921-9990 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. Known as much for its star-studded list of regulars as for its menu of slightly upscale comfort fare, Bistro 990 enjoys a well-deserved reputation. The food is reliably good and expertly prepared. Duck breast, for example, is offered rare; roasted chicken with garlic mashed potatoes is perfectly seasoned and tender; and mussels come bathed in a lovely wine-y red broth. During the Film Festival the place is overflowing with easy-to-recognize faces, but since Toronto is the home base of choice for plenty of celebrities you never know who might be at the table next to yours.
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| 461 King St W
Toronto,
ON
M5V 1K7
416-598-4730 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. Brasaii's contemporary gray and white decor takes its cue from the 1920s-era black and white photographic prints that line the walls. When combined with fantastic traditional French cuisine, the effect is a stylish dining experience that just may make you forget you're in Toronto. Starters include all the traditional favorites: escargots in garlic butter, onion soup, steak tartare, and mussels. Featured main dishes run the gamut from steak frites to salade Nicoise with seared tuna. Daily specials are reliably good as well, and desserts are sublime try chocolate ginger truffle tart with caramelized mangos.
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| 432 Wellington St W
Toronto,
ON
M5V 1E3
416-596-6405 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. At this authentic Left Bank-style bistro found in the Garment and Warehouse District, diners indulge in classic dishes like duck confit and cassoulet while enjoying the strains of jazz music. The frites are arguably the finest this side of the Atlantic. Be sure to try the tarte tatin comfort food at its finest. One of the best deals in town is Le Select's three-course prix fixe, only $30 every night. Service is friendly and attentive; reservations are recommended.
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| 21 Avenue Rd
Toronto,
ON
M5R 2G1
416-928-7331 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. Lofty ceilings lend this elegant hotel restaurant an airy feel, while warm colors and intriguing art ground the space in the here-and-now. Contemporary French cuisine is superbly crafted. The menu changes frequently, but you might start with a ballotine of wild salmon, or seared foie gras with peppered bourbon apples and pickled cape gooseberries, or bison carpaccio. Entrée highlights have included a fabulous duck breast with bosc pears and red cabbage, roasted Provimi veal, and poached lobster with sweet pea and pistachio brûlée.
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| 96 Tecumseth St
Toronto,
ON
M6J 2H1
416-913-5830 | | | | | Description: WEST TORONTO. Named for the tiny tidbit offered to guests before the first course that is designed to entice the palate for upcoming tastes. Prix fixe or tasting menus are the options, and you may find yourself sampling Kobe beef carpaccio and tongue terrine, a fig and tarragon stuffed rabbit loin with confit leg and French beans, or veal three ways (roasted tenderloin, cheek ravioli and sweetbread pudding). Desserts live up to the rest of the food, so be sure to save room! Notable wine list as well.
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| 744 Gerrard St E
Toronto,
ON
M4M 1Y3
416-462-9965 | | | | | Description: EAST TORONTO. Casual, comfortable and cozy, Batifole serves traditional French fare situated in a former residence. Savor terrine de canard, a charcuterie platter, cassoulet, steak frites and other bistro-style fare, or enjoy something with a bit more contemporary edge. This place is tiny and popular, with closely spaced tables (much like a Paris bistro), and a certain lively buzz in the atmosphere don't expect a quiet, romantic dinner!
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| 4 Front St E
Toronto,
ON
M5E 1G4
416-860-0086 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. Owned by the Oliver Bonacini group (which also owns the much lauded Canoe and Auberge du Pommier), Biff's is a charming French bistro serving a traditional menu. Steak frites, duck confit, bouillabaisse and mussels Provençale are standouts, but there are additional options like braised rabbit, arctic char with celeriac and cabbage remoulade, and grilled quail. The prix fixe option is a great deal.
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| 90 Avenue Rd
Toronto,
ON
M52 2H2
416-961-2622 | | | | | Description: MIDTOWN. Dining is an event at this elegant eatery, set in a Victorian house with a bright, bold color scheme. In the middle of the restaurant, an enormous fresh flower arrangement offers a lovely focal point. The menu promises a variety of innovative taste combinations, and specialties include lamb, beef, and duck. Make sure to leave room for the chocolate-pudding cake (a house specialty) or the lemon trio, which features lemon ice cream and a chocolate wedge with homemade wafers.
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