These new Toronto restaurant and bar openings are the talk of the summer, from instant sell-outs and overnight sensations to long-awaited expansions and cool new revamps.
Best of Toronto
We scour the city for the best of the best: the best bars, restaurants and date spots so you can make the most of your next night out.
8 of the best Ontario restaurants for a day trip from Toronto
Whether you're planning a day trip from Toronto or a weekend getaway, these amazing Ontario restaurants are worth a stop — or planning your whole trip around.
The best Summerlicious Toronto restaurants to book now
From July 3 to 19, more than 240 local restaurants are serving three-course prix fixe menus for lunch and dinner during Summerlicious Toronto. These are the hottest reservations to make.
The best BBQ in Toronto worth getting saucy for
Napkins at the ready: we've rounded up the best BBQ in Toronto, from melt-in-your-mouth brisket and fall-off-the-bone ribs to dream-hauntingly good mac and cheese.
The 26 best vegan restaurants in Toronto that everyone can enjoy
by Hunter Gutman
Whether you're plant-based or just eating healthier, Toronto's got something for everyone. These meat-free menus will easily impress the staunchest carnivore.
4 Toronto bars just made North America’s most prestigious cocktail list
by Katie Bridges
The 2026 edition of 50 Best Bars was just announced in Vancouver, and four of foodism's favourite cocktail bars in Toronto made it onto the coveted list.
foodism's 23 Best Restaurants in Toronto for 2026
by Taylor Newlands
In the last year, the foodism team has dined all over the city. These are the best restaurants in Toronto that impressed us with flavour, originality and consistency. Add them to your 2026 hit list.
foodism's 19 best bars in Toronto for 2026
by Hunter Gutman
These are the best bars in Toronto that the foodism team goes to for a great time. These drinking dens stand out to us for their atmosphere, creativity and cocktails.
The best sports bars in Toronto to watch the game (with sound on)
Looking to leave the sofa on game day? We've got the best sports bars in Toronto for the big game with a side of beer and wings.
21 Toronto speakeasies that are still secret enough to shock your date
Discover the secret world of Toronto speakeasies, where you'll find delicious sips and bites hidden behind fake storefronts or down back alleyways.
These Toronto restaurants are among North America's 50 Best
Canada cleaned up at the very first North America's 50 Best Restaurants awards — and three of the top spots are in the GTA. Here's what not to miss at these world-class restaurants.