Are you always looking for the best restaurants to feature on your Instagram? In a city as large and diverse as Toronto, it can be hard to stay on top of the restaurant scene that’s constantly evolving. It feels like every day somewhere new is opening its doors, and it can be difficult to know which restaurants are worth checking out and which are duds.
So, here are the most Instagrammable restaurants to visit in Toronto!
Maison Selby
Maison Selby at Bloor and Sherbourne is an Instagrammer’s dream – from the front bar area and each dining area, to the secret speakeasy downstairs, no detail is left unattended. Stop by for brunch if you want to get some of that great morning light, or come by to enjoy the bar scene with some friends (and try to snag a seat at the speakeasy downstairs, ask your bartender about it).
Chubby’s Jamaican Kitchen
The light and tropical design of Chubby’s automatically transports you to an island mindset, something that’s always appreciated (especially in the winter months). Serving up some of the city’s best Jamaican food, if you love yourself some spice, this is the place to go!
La Palma
La Palma’s interior is inspired by Venice Beach’s art-centric vibe, with clean, cool colours donning the walls and subtle hints of palm trees making their way into many design aspects. It’s lively and chic, with a menu to match; the 100 layer lasagna is one of their bestsellers, and definitely gram-worthy.
Myth
Walk into Myth, and you’re going to feel like you’re on a beautiful Greek island. Check out the innovative drinks, mouth-watering food, and perfectly placed decor. You definitely won’t be disappointed spending your evening here.
Sofia Yorkville
If you haven’t made your way over to Sofia Yorkville yet, you totally have to. The restaurant offers a wonderfully fresh perspective and refined approach to Italian cuisine. Not only is the food absolutely delicious, but the atmosphere is also very chic with its curated ever-evolving internationally acclaimed art collection. Grab your phone and snap some buzz-worthy pics!
Mahjong Bar
Mahjong is a west-end hidden gem, that at first look appears to be a convenience store. Located at 1276 Dundas Street West, you enter through the convenience store (where you can actually buy late-night snacks). Through the hidden keyhole entrance, you’ll find unique cocktails, along with a spread of delicious bites. Plus, tons of Instagrammable material from the keyhole entrance to the lounge couches.
Coffee, Oysters, Champagne
Speakeasies have had a total comeback! Coffee, Oysters, Champagne is located right downtown in the Entertainment District and is a glittery bougie Instagrammer’s dream. The best part is at night this space turns into a speakeasy bar (see, we told you) where you pull a secret bottle of champagne off the shelf and open the passage to another area. We promise this isn’t one to be missed.
Ottos Bierhalle
Not only is Otto’s Bierhalle serving up delicious German-inspired bites in a chic space, but they might have one of the most Instagrammable bathrooms in the city! If it hasn’t popped up on your feed already, each bathroom at Otto’s is outfitted with a button that will bring the party (think disco balls, Drake tunes, strobe lights, and much more).
Bar Poet
Located on Queen Street West, Bar Poet is a spot that you can’t pass up. The stunning lights and greenery make you feel like you’re in an enchanted forest. It’s seriously so stunning. Plus, you can order pizza, beer, cocktails, and wine until 2 am every day!
Pizza Wine Disco
Get groovy with it at Pizza Wine Disco! Aside from the large disco ball hanging from the ceiling, check out the back room where the walls are filled with coloured light tiles to snap your IG pic. It’s such a fun spot to grab food and drinks, and dance. We definitely recommend it.
1 Kitchen Toronto
1 Kitchen Toronto is perfect for anyone who loves a little bit (or a lot) of foliage around them, or on their gram! It has the perfect blend of a cozy and sleek atmosphere, and the space is full of plants all around, perfect for adding some greenery to your feed.
Mademoiselle
Not only does Mademoiselle Raw Bar + Grill have a menu of incredible eats, but its ambiance and decor will make you want to snap a pic before you leave! Its purple-esque lighting, extravagant chandeliers, and rich decor makes for the perfect backdrop of any Instagram pic.
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There are few things as appealing and stunning as Europe in the summertime. Exotic places, foreign languages; there’s just something so dreamy about spending a summer travelling through Europe. But not all of us can afford a plane ticket to the other side of the world for summer vacation.
Fortunately there are multiple places right here in Toronto that give off major European vibes. With so many European neighbourhoods throughout the city, it’s no surprise that Toronto has some of the best European cuisines around — next to the real thing that is. But it doesn’t just stop at the restaurants; from bars to coffee shops to parks, there are hidden European-esque gems throughout the city that are sure to transport you somewhere else for the day.
Here are 15 places to go in Toronto if you want to feel like you’re in Europe – no plane ticket necessary.
Colette Grand Café
550 Wellington St. W
Colette Grand Cafe (Image: Instagram/@ColetteToronto)
This Parisian-style café is only a few years old but it has since grown into a King West area staple. Its a-la-carte and lavish Sunday buffet brunch, elegant atmosphere and pastel accents make this spot one of the prettiest French restaurants in the city.
Evergreen Brick Works
550 Bayview Ave.
Evergreen Brick Works (Image: Instagram/@barbifromtheblock)
Toronto’s Evergreen Brick Works can work for nearly any European country. Between the wildlife, sporadic graffiti and wide open spaces, this spot if the perfect place to escape Toronto and pretend to be anywhere in Europe for the day.
Tango Palace Coffee Company
1156 Queen St. E
Tango Coffee Palace (Image: Instagram/@lauratuckerslife)
Between the exposed brick walls and the plush, velvety red chairs, Tango Palace has taken a page right out of Belgium’s playbook. If the fresh brewed coffee isn’t enough to make you want to lounge under its coppery detailed ceiling, the delicious baked goods will.
The House on Parliament
454 Parliament St.
House on Parliament (Image: Instagram/@smiley_princess)
If London is calling but your bank account doesn’t quite seem to be getting the memo, head over to The House on Parliament for some traditional British pub fare and savoury European beers.
Uncle Tony’s
38 Wellington St. E
Uncle Tony’s (Image: Instagram/@lynofay)
Everyone loves great Italian food and Uncle Tony’s does just that. This old-fashioned Italian restaurant has been serving up massive pizza pies for years, and although its decor may seem a bit cheesey (pun intended), the classic Italian touches does the country justice.
The Walton
607 College St.
Dinner at the Walton (Image: Instagram/@ariadnamorogan)
The Walton is one spot where the decor has a very crisp Euro-edge to it. The dark mahogany finishes, leather booths and crystal glasses are like something you’d see at a cocktail bar in Vienna.
Bar Reyna
158 Cumberland St
Bar Reyna (Image: Instagram/@impeccablymessy)
Bar Reyna is one of the dreamiest restaurants in the city with its jewel-toned and gold decor. This spot will make you feel like you’re tucked away in a small bistro on the Mediterranean coast rather than somewhere in Yorkville. Oh, and don’t forget to check out their secret garden; an all season patio hidden in the back with twinkling lights and paper lanterns hanging above.
Toronto Music Garden
479 Queen’s Quay
Music Garden (Image: Instagram/@harbourfrontcentre)
Toronto’s very own waterfront garden is basically a mini Denmark tucked within the city. With all the foliage and the breathtaking views, it’s easy to feel like the Toronto Music Garden can double as European landscape.
Pravda Vodka Bar
44 Wellington St. E
Pravda Vodka Bar (Image: Instagram/@angelos_michael)
Pravda Vodka Bar is everything one would expect from a Soviet-themed bar; deep red upholstery, high ceilings, flashy gold accents and of course a large selection of international vodkas.
Dineen Coffee Company
140 Yonge St.
Dineen (Image: Instagram/@carmellac)
There’s just something about Dineen Coffee Company that resembles a late 1950s style Prague café. Maybe it’s the intricate tiled flooring or the large glass chandeliers, but regardless of what it may be, Dineen makes us feel like we’re in Europe with every sip of our latte.
Cluny Bistro
35 Tank House Ln.
Cluny Bistro (Image: Instagram/@pourquoipasmary)
Cluny Bistro is filled to the brim with classic European flare. With its marble bar, coffered ceiling and eclectic tiled flooring, this place will make you feel like you’re sitting in a chic café in France.
Otto’s Bierhalle
1087 Queen St. W
Otto’s Bierhalle (Image: Instagram/@ottosbierhalle)
If you love all things German, this beer hall is for you. Who needs Berlin when you can have the traditional, sweet food and a variety of tap beers at Otto’s right here in Toronto?
The Wickson Social
5 St. Joseph St.
Wickson Social (Image: Instagram/@rycebran)
With its conventional architecture next to its eccentric modern art, The Wickson Social takes you out of Toronto and drops you right into Amsterdam. The quirky decor and quality brews will have you saying “goede dag” in no time.
La Société
131 Bloor St. W
La Societé(Image: Instagram/@lasocieteTO)
With its amazing stain-glass ceiling and impeccable French cuisine, having a meal at La Societé could arguably change your life. If not, at least you got to spend an hour or two pretending to be Parisian.
Distillery District
55 Mill St.
Distillery District (Image: Instagram/@bararie1127)
Toronto’s historic Distillery District is namesake in its own right but if one didn’t know any better, the cobblestone streets lined with little boutiques and specialty shops could easily be mistaken for a side street somewhere in Ireland or the Netherlands.
Did we miss any of the best spots in Toronto that make you feel like you’re in Europe? Share them in the comment section.
Featured Image: The Distillery District via Instagram/@solotu.ca
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