New restaurants on Dundas West are serving up some seriously high quality bites amid one of the most vibrant neighbourhoods in Toronto. Whether you’re in the mood for sophisticated cocktails over shared small plates or a hearty old-fashioned meal befitting a salty sea dog, these restaurants are among the most unique and, of course, delicious, in the neighbourhood.
Here are some new restaurants you need to visit on Dundas West.
Bar Niro
Whether you’re looking for an ideal spot to congregate before a dinner reservation or plan on having a “girl dinner” (don’t worry, boys can do it, too,) of small plates and snacks, this new Roman-inspired aperitivo bar is the place to do it.
Here, sultry interiors pair perfectly with strong, alluring cocktails and small bites like fluffy foccacia, hard cheeses and inticing cured meats.
Stefano’s Diner
The second iteration of a Dan Levy-approved sandwich shop, this diner serves up all your favourite comfort staples with one major twist; they’re all 100% plant-based.
If you thought hearty dishes like Italian Subs, Eggplant Parm, Lasagna or even Salmon Beurre Blanc required meat and dairy to hit the spot, this bright and groovy spot will completely change your mind.
I can’t believe it’s not ham! Stefano’s Diner serves all their dishes 100% vegan.
Bar Clams
If it comes alongside the name Matty Matheson, you know it’s good. That’s the dominating philosophy in Toronto, at least, and his latest venture, a Maritime-inspired diner on Dundas West, does not disappoint.
Chow down on nothin’ fancy staples like turkey supper, fried clams, mackerel BLT and crab dip all served with that signature Matheson finesse.
ami-no
Stuck in the cycle of ordering from the same-old sushi place every time the craving hits? Spice it up by picking up a box from this hidden gem of a Japanese takeout spot.
Takeout containers more closely resemble treasure boxes here, brimming with colourful maki, sashimi and nigiri, alongside other specialties like don topped with the freshest of fish, salmon roe and veggies.
Ami, this spot is a sushi lover’s dream, no?
Hot Pork
You’ve got to love a restaurant whose name lets you know exactly what you’re in for, and this Dundas West gem is no exception — but pork is far from the only thing they do.
This sandwich shop serves up whoppers like a Smoked Beef Brisket sandwich which features a fried egg and cheese, a vegan Za’atar Fried Cauliflower “burger” and a Pork Sausage Burger alongside take-home goodies you’re unlikely to find anywhere else.
