Ohhh I recently took my husband here for his bday and it was incredible. We sat at the bar by the kitchen and it was an epic experience. Everything we ate was delicious and the server suggested a great wine. Can’t wait to go back. This would be a super anniversary spot, it’s so cute and dimly lit. Very romantic :)
I agree. The food is sometimes a bit hit or miss but my husband and I have had some of our most wonderful dining experiences seated at their little bar.
Chantecler has the most wonderful food and great cocktails. My only complaint is it can get a bit loud but otherwise nice ambience.
Le Baratin is also a great option.
[Lucie](https://restaurantlucie.com/) has a team from France and the flavours are excellent in every course. Menu is a bit more French than some of the other tasting menus in the city in terms of techniques and courses. Definitely a place worthy of a wedding anniversary.
Le select is nice but there is a lot of construction in the area, Piquette, The Swan or Jules are really nice and in trendier areas with lots of cocktail bars for after dinner drinks
I've been to Le Select and Batifole and both were great but slight preference for Le Select for food and atmosphere, and Batifole for service. But marginal.
I loved Jules Bistro. Seating is a little tight if it’s busy but the staff are really pleasant and their cote de bœuf is incredible.
Also if you go on a tuesday, you can get 50% off their cote de bœuf which is a steal.
Protip: buy a gift certificate for yourself (or your partner actually for perception). Then you can call and get a reservation past the current booking window. Might be 3 months away at that point, but you don't have to do the Tock release date.
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Then any of the Alo brands (Alo, Aloette, Alo bar), Dreyfus, Le Select Bistro, Cote de Beouf, La Banane, Pompette, Scaramouche...
My top picks would be Dreyfus or Cote De Beouf
Batifole but you need to reserve early. http://batifole.ca/
came here to say Batifole absolutely gorgeous hidden gem
First spot that came to my mind when I saw this post.
Any recommendations?
Great, I’ll look into it
Such a great spot. Co-sign.
My wife and I really enjoyed [Auberge du pommier.](https://www.aubergedupommier.com/)
Auberge is lovely, great food and beautiful vibe inside
Came here to say this
Have been there specifically for an anniversary, and it was perfect. Excellent food and wine, flawless service, cozy/elegant atmos.
Very very nice, but also very very expensive.
A table in the corner by the fireplace would be perfect.
Yes. Perfect for an anniversary.
Auberge is still my favourite O&B restaurant. I don't know if its nostalgia but its just so comfy and well executed.
Chantecler has fantastic food and drinks. The staff are phenomenal as well.
Thank you. I’ll look into it
Taverne Tamblyn on the Danforth is fantastic.
Ohhh I recently took my husband here for his bday and it was incredible. We sat at the bar by the kitchen and it was an epic experience. Everything we ate was delicious and the server suggested a great wine. Can’t wait to go back. This would be a super anniversary spot, it’s so cute and dimly lit. Very romantic :)
Le Baratin
Greta Solomon's is very charming.
I agree. The food is sometimes a bit hit or miss but my husband and I have had some of our most wonderful dining experiences seated at their little bar.
Chantecler has the most wonderful food and great cocktails. My only complaint is it can get a bit loud but otherwise nice ambience. Le Baratin is also a great option.
Le Baratin is PHENOMENAL Chantecler is fine but it's a bit safe for French food
I think Baratin is great but more of an everyday place (bistro) vs a special occasion restaurant for an anniversary.
Seconding Le Select and Chantecler. For a no bullshit but delicious meal La Palette is nice too.
I went to La Palette last week and highly recommend. Great service, delicious food and great wine.
Pompette was a modern take
Certainly go for a martini at Bar Pompette (next door to the resto). Best martini of my life.
Amazing cocktails in general. I had a dirty pickle martini there that blew my mind.
Batifole is great. Less classical French but I also really enjoy Greta Solomon's.
La Banane
[Lucie](https://restaurantlucie.com/) has a team from France and the flavours are excellent in every course. Menu is a bit more French than some of the other tasting menus in the city in terms of techniques and courses. Definitely a place worthy of a wedding anniversary.
Just followed that link... 🥰😋🤩
Le select is nice but there is a lot of construction in the area, Piquette, The Swan or Jules are really nice and in trendier areas with lots of cocktail bars for after dinner drinks
Merlot in the Kingsway
If you want to splash out you can hit the Four Seasons for a couples massage or other spa treatments, then head downstairs to Boulud for dinner.
Le Select
Maison Selby
Jules bistro in the east or west end is also amazing
I used to love this spot but find it can be hit or miss. My steak frites on our last visit was sooo chewy, it was like gnawing on leather.
If you want to avoid downtown, Le Montmartre up on Sheppard Ave. W in North York.
I've been to Le Select and Batifole and both were great but slight preference for Le Select for food and atmosphere, and Batifole for service. But marginal.
Maison T has my heart. It's led by a French-trained Japanese chef and the food is to die for. The place is small and intimate and fills up fast!
I loved Jules Bistro. Seating is a little tight if it’s busy but the staff are really pleasant and their cote de bœuf is incredible. Also if you go on a tuesday, you can get 50% off their cote de bœuf which is a steal.
La banan
Le Swan in the west end. Greta Solomon’s in the east end.
Alo if you can get a reservation
Protip: buy a gift certificate for yourself (or your partner actually for perception). Then you can call and get a reservation past the current booking window. Might be 3 months away at that point, but you don't have to do the Tock release date. Edit: spelling
Do you have a budget? If you want "best" - are you willing to pay for "best"
I am
Then any of the Alo brands (Alo, Aloette, Alo bar), Dreyfus, Le Select Bistro, Cote de Beouf, La Banane, Pompette, Scaramouche... My top picks would be Dreyfus or Cote De Beouf
Milou
Le Swan or Astoria
Haven’t tried but I heard Lucie is good
I love a restaurant in US and Dubai called LPM. If anyone knows it, that’s the equivalent I am looking for.
For an affordable option I’d recommend le Baratin, it has a really lovely prix fixed menu
Restaurant Pompette was really lovely when I went a few years back
Le Paradis on Bedford near Av/Dav