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Originally posted by DJ Chrono Are you talking about The Doctor's House? I've been there, it definately is upscale class .., but more traditional styled. They have private rooms for bigger sized groups, or the general restaurant area. I got an Ostrich Steak, and it was really good. Oh, and surprisingly Ostrich tastes more like beef than poultry

Tats it, I wasnt too sure on the name.

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If this is a first date, then I am with my main man Ziggy on this one. McDonalds or any other fastfood joint. Why? It's quite simple really, if your date is a stingy materialistic bitch, you'll definitely know it right away by her reaction to your selection, if she's a cool down to earth chick, she'll get a good chuckle or two out of the experience, if she does nothing but complain then that relationship is not worth persuing. Fine dining only comes later on in a relationship.

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Originally posted by DC- If this is a first date, then I am with my main man Ziggy on this one. McDonalds or any other fastfood joint. Why? It's quite simple really, if your date is a stingy materialistic bitch, you'll definitely know it right away by her reaction to your selection, if she's a cool down to earth chick, she'll get a good chuckle or two out of the experience, if she does nothing but complain then that relationship is not worth persuing. Fine dining only comes later on in a relationship.

I'd laugh my ass off, but I'd only be ok with mcdonalds if my date and I ate in the parking lot listening to Jazz FM - how romantic!!!

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Originally posted by DC- If this is a first date, then I am with my main man Ziggy on this one. McDonalds or any other fastfood joint. Why? It's quite simple really, if your date is a stingy materialistic bitch, you'll definitely know it right away by her reaction to your selection, if she's a cool down to earth chick, she'll get a good chuckle or two out of the experience, if she does nothing but complain then that relationship is not worth persuing. Fine dining only comes later on in a relationship.

It'd be a perfect choice if you wanted to show her what a fatty you are.

There are much better places to test out what you are suggesting - like cheap little cafes and such. McDonalds just proves you're trying to block her arteries instead of win her heart.

Good luck ShadoWolf on the semi-formal restaurant for the family. 14 is a large number to cover on your own. Expect to pay between $35 -$65 per person for semi-formal.

Just a suggestion, the patio/lounge thing or jazz music during dinner won't go well with a small gathering or relatives.

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Originally posted by Skipper It'd be a perfect choice if you wanted to show her what a fatty you are. There are much better places to test out what you are suggesting - like cheap little cafes and such. McDonalds just proves you're trying to block her arteries instead of win her heart.

That is why I said 'or any other fastfood joint'. I personally hate McD's with a passion

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Originally posted by Callie5 I'd laugh my ass off, but I'd only be ok with mcdonalds if my date and I ate in the parking lot listening to Jazz FM - how romantic!!!

Been there... done that love ya babe

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Originally posted by Special K Panorama its on the top of the Manulife Centre (bay + bloor) has a great view overlooking the city skyline thats your best bet IMO... [edit] i dont think this is the best restaurant in TO but looking at your criteria (ie. view and all that other stuff) i think it fits...

Definitely an amazing place to have after-dinner drinks, but for a meal I havent heard anything about their food.

I know you are looking for classier restaurants, but I always like to suggest the Marchee on Front Street for dinner-dates. Its a great break-the-ice, get-to-know-you environment, and the food & desserts are delicious!

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Originally posted by Aitizaz haha...thats true...but if you can somehow block that out....the food and decor are quite simply amazing!

why would you tho when like 40 great restaurants with normal patios are a short walk away?

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Originally posted by Phunky1 if you want class try Octogon it's on Yonge & Elgin st. in Thornhill, which is like 2 seconds from my place I've never been myself, but my parents have and they say the food is to die for and so is the bill! Really! My buddies also used to valet there, and Domi and Roberts go to eat there all the time.

The Octagon looks like the Pondarosa from the outside.

I wouldn't be impressed, even if the food came with gold flakes in it.

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