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Globe Bistro on the Danforth is one of my favorites.

I think one of these food places threads needs to be a sticky already.. or we need a proper directory or something would be good for visitors as well!

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Originally posted by FunkyCrew I think one of these food places threads needs to be a sticky already.. or we need a proper directory or something would be good for visitors as well!

very well could be!

also include the club spots etc

I hope you're hungry!

Re: a few recommendations ...

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Originally posted by Special K all of which are in toronto except for the last one ... splendido nota bene scaramouche auberge du pommier buca joso's (seafood but good adriatic style ) spencers on the waterfront (burlington) ...

Good call on Spencers . Took a date there long time ago and now she wont stop calling me
Nota Bene is classy too.....leave your trailer at home

Who has been to Ruth's Chris? Is it really as good as people say it is?

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Originally posted by *~LiSa-LoO~* Who has been to Ruth's Chris? Is it really as good as people say it is?

Honestly .... its a big meh to me. I was there about 3 months ago, and i had got the New York Strip, the cut of meat was great. However it was overcooked ( i personally like my steak medium rare ... well closer to rare ish) the sides were cold when they were brought out. And overall service was poor but thats just the luck of the draw with your waiter.

Shit happens i guess. Generally its pretty good.

But if i had the choice for a steak house in toronto....

i would choose Mortons over Ruth Chris.

I hope that helps.

Mistura
http://www.mistura.ca/index.php

or

Spuntini (known for their seafood)

http://www.spuntini.ca/

both are amazing for romance, @Spuntini you can get the window seat look out at Avenue road

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Originally posted by Dior Homme Noir (sp?) Is apparently really good. A buddy of mine ate there last week and said the experience was amazing and the food is pretty good. Y�u dine in the dark and get served by blind servers. I wanna check it out its been in operation for a while. Don't know the website but try googling it.

So I went to Onoir (Montreal location) on Saturday night. I highly recommend it. http://www.onoir.com/

We were guided into the pitch-black dining room by our blind waiter. After sitting down, it was like my brain suddenly turned up my other senses to 11. After a few minutes it felt like I had eye-wiggles, not knowing where to look, seeing weird shapes (like pressing your palms hard against your eyes for a minute), then to absolute nothing.

The appetizer came and gave up on my fork and ate with my hands. Our waitress said yup... just like everyone else.

We ordered the surprise entrees instead of the menu to add to the experience, and boy was that ever a good idea. It was was outta sight (sorry, I couldn't resist). Not sure if I should say what it was, but I don't think anyone would have allergies to it. It was truly delicious. I did eat it all without using my fingers too.

There was a table with one loud biotche, who wouldn't shut up. I did throw a noodle in the general direction of her voice, so I hope I set her straight. Nonetheless I felt satisfaction for quieting down that cow. I can imagine the potential for food fights here.

Anyways, it's not a place I'd recommend for groups, but for couple or a date it's an eye-opening experience.

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Originally posted by Abercrombie So I went to Onoir (Montreal location) on Saturday night. I highly recommend it. http://www.onoir.com/ We were guided into the pitch-black dining room by our blind waiter. After sitting down, it was like my brain suddenly turned up my other senses to 11. After a few minutes it felt like I had eye-wiggles, not knowing where to look, seeing weird shapes (like pressing your palms hard against your eyes for a minute), then to absolute nothing. The appetizer came and gave up on my fork and ate with my hands. Our waitress said yup... just like everyone else. We ordered the surprise entrees instead of the menu to add to the experience, and boy was that ever a good idea. It was was outta sight (sorry, I couldn't resist). Not sure if I should say what it was, but I don't think anyone would have allergies to it. It was truly delicious. I did eat it all without using my fingers too. There was a table with one loud biotche, who wouldn't shut up. I did throw a noodle in the general direction of her voice, so I hope I set her straight. Nonetheless I felt satisfaction for quieting down that cow. I can imagine the potential for food fights here. Anyways, it's not a place I'd recommend for groups, but for couple or a date it's an eye-opening experience.

My sister in law went there with some friends and they said that the surprise dish was just a random choice from the menu. Though I think the "surprise" changes everyday, it's not a special dish. It's almost like if you're indecisive, they'll pick for you.

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Originally posted by *~LiSa-LoO~* My sister in law went there with some friends and they said that the surprise dish was just a random choice from the menu. Though I think the "surprise" changes everyday, it's not a special dish. It's almost like if you're indecisive, they'll pick for you.

I'm sure she was just speculating.

It is indeed a special dish, and definitely not a random choice on the menu. What I had (and I said I was a non-vegetarian (my guest was)) was definitely of another genus of any other meat listed in the menu. So glad I picked it.

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Originally posted by Abercrombie I'm sure she was just speculating. It is indeed a special dish, and definitely not a random choice on the menu. What I had (and I said I was a non-vegetarian (my guest was)) was definitely of another genus of any other meat listed in the menu. So glad I picked it.

Obviously she couldn't tell for sure for lack of sight, but the dish she had was the same as a dish that a friend of hers ordered.

Glad you enjoyed it though.

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Originally posted by *~LiSa-LoO~* Obviously she couldn't tell for sure for lack of sight, but the dish she had was the same as a dish that a friend of hers ordered. Glad you enjoyed it though.

...or that's the chance you take when a blind person brings you your dish... higher chance or her bringing you the wrong dish

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Originally posted by Abercrombie There was a table with one loud biotche, who wouldn't shut up. I did throw a noodle in the general direction of her voice, so I hope I set her straight. Nonetheless I felt satisfaction for quieting down that cow. I can imagine the potential for food fights here.

lol this made ginger ale shoot out of my nose

of course she shut up. you fed the cow even more.

This O.NOIR place sounds like too much work...

What if there was a fire? (I'm sure it would illuminate stuff), but are there lights to turn on in that case to ensure safe exit?

And total total dark? Or just darkish?

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Originally posted by Mach X This O.NOIR place sounds like too much work... What if there was a fire? (I'm sure it would illuminate stuff), but are there lights to turn on in that case to ensure safe exit? And total total dark? Or just darkish?

It's not work... the challenge is part of the fun!

...and of course it's all up to code... they have sighted people at the front reception area. This is where you read the menu and select your order. Then they call out your blind server, who then guides you through curtains and doors to your table by holding her shoulder.

I did observerve... or should I say feel... different textures on the floor, so I also assume they use that to guide them and you around.

It's quite amazing how your imagination organizes things on your table. After a while I had no issues finding my beer and utensils at my first attempt at reaching for them.

woodlot, the new restaurant that opened up on palmerston by college is great. huge portions. a full vegetarian and a full meat menu. and great atmosphere. definitely need resos those. went at 7.30 on a tuesday and the place was full

also marbel..i think its on richmond. love there decorations too. and they have their own in house butcher

and lastly, the new la palette on queen (rip la palette kensington) is a meatasaurus heaven. all french food. the best tartare i have ever had...and i had the musk ox which was unbelievable. if you like meat, this is your place

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Originally posted by *~LiSa-LoO~* Who has been to Ruth's Chris? Is it really as good as people say it is?

Ruth's Chris is definitely my personal favourite steakhouse in T.O., and I've been to all them numerous times. I really like the way they broil the steak on the plate in butter (in specially designed broilers too!). Although as with any steakhouse, it can be difficult to stay consistent at every visit. But I have always enjoyed every meal there, which is something I can't say for most of the other steakhouse's (especially Morton's). Service is always excellent as well.

Really dying to try out this O.NOIR place now though, that sounds so unique!

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Originally posted by cammaxwell Ruth's Chris is definitely my personal favourite steakhouse in T.O., and I've been to all them numerous times. I really like the way they broil the steak on the plate in butter (in specially designed broilers too!). Although as with any steakhouse, it can be difficult to stay consistent at every visit. But I have always enjoyed every meal there, which is something I can't say for most of the other steakhouse's (especially Morton's). Service is always excellent as well.

Great to hear! I'm looking forward to going!

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Originally posted by cammaxwell Ruth's Chris is definitely my personal favourite steakhouse in T.O., and I've been to all them numerous times. I really like the way they broil the steak on the plate in butter (in specially designed broilers too!). Although as with any steakhouse, it can be difficult to stay consistent at every visit. But I have always enjoyed every meal there, which is something I can't say for most of the other steakhouse's (especially Morton's). Service is always excellent as well.

I've never liked the Ruth's Chris. Being attached to the hotel, the clientele was too douchebaggery for me. I kept expecting Kevin Federline to walk in. Steak was ok. Tom Jones and Harbour Sixty are my faves. Best meal I ever had was at Harbour Sixty.

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Originally posted by TO guy Best meal I ever had was at Harbour Sixty.

Harbour Sixty is the only steakhouse I've ever been to who actually made my steak PRECISELY the way I like and described it to them.

How are these restaurants?...You must have had the perfect dine here...Just give your review. Thanks

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Originally posted by nikkiatlasvegas How are these restaurants?...You must have had the perfect dine here...Just give your review. Thanks

spambot strikes again

There's an oyster bar I checked out in the Distillery District which was pretty decent. Really nice staff, got some free oysters

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