Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Distillery District

40 restaurants available nearby

1. Gusto 501

4.6

Exceptional(729)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • King East

Booked 91 times today

Gusto (pronounced Goo-sto) means tasty in Italian. Located in Toronto’s Corktown neighbourhood, Gusto 501 brings together the innovation of sister restaurant Gusto 101 and the soulful hospitality of Janet Zuccarini’s first restaurant, Trattoria Nervosa. Since opening our doors in 2020, Gusto 501 has been serving fresh takes on Italian fare in Toronto’s east end. Designed by award-winning architecture firm PARTISANS, Gusto 501’s space is punctuated by glowing terracotta walls and an oversized “garage door” façade that opens up to reveal a multi-level dining theatre. Every level of Gusto 501 unfolds into a unique experience. Whatever you're craving, there's always a seat at the table for you - our famiglia.

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2. Terroni Sud Forno Produzione e Spaccio (Spaccio East)

4.6

Exceptional(473)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Leslieville / Riverdale

Booked 28 times today

Spaccio East boasts a full-service restaurant, a caffè, and a well-stocked storefront, amidst a massive open-concept central kitchen. Choose to Eat and drink in our two-floor dining space and watch the live show in the kitchen as the bread comes out of the oven, the artisans hand-make the pastry and roll the cornetti. It is here where all the all-important Materia Prima and uncompromising innovation come together to create something special and authentic in this Italian food journey. A large and unique space with an industrial vibe is great for an intimate dining experience or to host your next event!

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3. Madrina Bar y Tapas

4.4

Awesome(1333)

Price: Expensive

• Catalan • Distillery District

Booked 48 times today

Welcome to Madrina, where we focus on seasonal products and authentic ingredients from Spain to reimagine a menu that marries innovation and fun with Barcelona classics.Our 37ft bar serves sangria, cocktails, and traditional tapas. In true Catalonian fashion, the bar features a ham carving station and a Spanish-style glass display case with cold bar delicacies. The open kitchen provides a window into the work from the brilliant team behind the menu, offering modern interpretations of traditional Catalonian tapas.We are proud to be the first restaurant in Canada to earn the coveted "Restaurants from Spain" certification, identifying Madrina for the use of authentic Spanish ingredients and techniques. We are also thrilled to have been part of the Michelin Guide in 2022, 2023 and 2024.Our wine list showcases many beautiful Spanish grape varieties and regions, including some indigenous grapes, while our famed cocktail list features wonderfully creative cocktails.

4. Aera

4.3

Awesome(886)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • King West

Booked 98 times today

A stylish steakhouse, sushi counter and cocktail bar with panoramic views of downtown Toronto, Aera celebrates the art of contemporary American cuisine. Presenting a range of superior steaks and chops, a seasonal raw bar, and creative reimaginings of beloved comfort dishes, Aera promises peak indulgence 38 floors above the city. Please note that all reservations from 2:30–5pm from Monday to Friday, after 10pm from Monday to Wednesday, and after 11pm from Thursday to Saturday will be offered our bar bites menu. For our full à la carte lunch and dinner menus, please make a reservation during our regular dining hours.For bottle-service, please contact us via aerarestaurant.com

5. Figo

4.4

Awesome(2862)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Entertainment District

Booked 59 times today

FIGO offers Italian inspired cuisine in a stylishly elegant setting. Using the freshest and finest ingredients, FIGO offers a distinctive take on Italian cuisine using contemporary techniques. The menu features house-made ricotta, wood-fired pizzas, and made-from-scratch pastas. At FIGO, our approach is simple; source the best ingredients possible and prepare them in an uncomplicated and modern way.Visit www.figotoronto.com for details.

6. Alo Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(426)

Price: Very Expensive

• International • Entertainment District

Booked 10 times today

Alo is a contemporary French restaurant located atop a heritage building in downtown Toronto. Our cuisine is internationally inspired and celebrates the finest in seasonal ingredients paired with a genuine sense of welcome. Alo was awarded one Michelin Star in 2022, 2023 and 2024. For large party bookings and/or private events please contact us at info@alorestaurant.com

7. 1 Kitchen

4.5

Awesome(303)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Niagara

Booked 7 times today

At 1 Kitchen, we serve fresh, local, and sustainably sourced farm-to-table Southern Ontario cuisine. An on-site, 100% organic garden and beehive provide fresh, robust ingredients that we blend into sublime meals, from morning to night. Zero-waste kitchen dishes spotlight the restaurant’s commitment to preserving the beauty and bounty of nature. And then there’s the bar, where cold-pressed juices form the base of 1 Kitchen’s cocktails. The wine list highlights unique and iconic Canadian and International selections—many biodynamic or organic. Light-filled and open, 1 Kitchen is a place that’s comfortable by nature, where you can eat mindfully and well, and savour the flavours that come straight from the garden.

8. Giulietta

4.9

Exceptional(2134)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Little Portugal / Dundas West

Booked 63 times today

Chef Rob Rossi & David Minicucci, have collaborated to bring a genuine neighbourhood restaurant to Dufferin Grove.Designed by acclaimed architect Guido Costantino, a beguiling interior sets the stage for a convivial dining experience that honours traditional Italian fare while showcasing stand-out ingredients. Original brick and beam frame this warm, welcoming space where no detail is left unconsidered. Copper, Italian wool and red oxidized steel accents interplay with blonde wood and terrazzo, creating a rich, textured environment.We look forward to welcoming you soon.**Reservations are available within 14 days** Bar / Main BarStandard / Dining RoomCounter / Chef's Bar4169640606 | @giulietta972'22, '23, '24 Michelin Guide | Toronto'19 Canada's 100 Best | Best New Restaurant #1'19 Canada's 100 Best | Best Overall #9'19 Toronto Life | Best New Restaurant #3'18 EnRoute | Best New Restaurant #5

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9. Cibo Wine Bar - Yorkville

4.5

Awesome(2289)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Yorkville

Booked 37 times today

Yorkville’s Cibo Wine Bar...BIG BOLD & life is BEAUTIFUL Cibo is the newest Italian eatery in the Yorkville area. Created by Liberty Entertainment Group, this bold and beautiful space is a blend of old world rustic and modern industrial chic. HAND-MADE TRADITIONAL ITALIAN CIBO... a true taste of authentic southern cooking fresh made amongst patrons at the open kitchen counter. 2500 BOTTLES OF VINO in a soaring award-winning wine room. From Cibo"s INDUSTRIAL CHIC vibrant bar area to the casual Yorkville Avenue patio, every corner turned offers a distinctly different experience. When in Yorkville, this space cannot be missed!

10. Terroni Adelaide

4.5

Awesome(6917)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Financial District

Booked 167 times today

Terroni Adelaide, formerly the York County Courthouse, is a multi-level heritage structure built in 1852. Just inside the doors is the Enoteca with its towering columns, a great spot for cocktails. Beyond is the main dining room, with a sunlit atrium, fireplaces on each end and private rooms all serviced by an open kitchen where our chefs prepare traditional Italian fare. In summer, the secret garden patio opens for al fresco dining in the heart of the city.Head down to the Cantina Wine Cellar where you will see the original courthouse cells now used to store our Italian wine. The second floor houses the grand Sala da Pranzo and Bar delle Carceri, named after the cells below. Il Covo degli Artisti, our third-floor space is a cosy lounge once home to The Arts and Letters Club where Canadian landscape painters “The Group of Seven” ate and drank in 1909.For information about private parties and reservations for 16+ guests please visit terroni.com to connect with our events team.

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Susan
Phoenix / Arizona •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food Pizza was delicious and the meatballs were authentic
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FigoPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Entertainment District
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4.4
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Stephanievip
Toronto / Ontario •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My second time dinning here and it never disappoints. The food is impeccable and the service is top notch. If you haven't tried it you MUST. I can't wait to go back!
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Madrina Bar y TapasPrice: Expensive• Catalan• Distillery District
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4.4
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Kundyz
Toronto / Ontario •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a great time at Gusto 501. We ordered carpaccio, baked brussel sprouts, and Pepperoni pizza from the Happy Hour menu, and Truffle Pasta and Risotto from the main menu. All meals were delicious.
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Gusto 501Price: Moderate• Italian• King East
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4.6
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Susan
Vancouver / British Columbia •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I've eaten at Terroni a few times, but this was the first time at this location. Food was as good as ever and service was excellent. I particularly enjoy the Funghi Assoluti - absolutely delicious!
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Terroni Sud Forno Produzione e Spaccio (Spaccio East)Price: Expensive• Italian• Leslieville / Riverdale
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4.6
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KASH
Toronto / Ontario •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Aera is one of my favourite restaurants to celebrate anything. It was my boyfriend’s birthday and I brought him to celebrate. The food is AMAZING! I ordered the rigatoni and he ordered the stuffed chicken with a side of mash potatoes. The portions are amazing you will definitely leave feeling full! The restaurant has a stunning view over the city, and it is an amazing place to take cute photos. Staff is really sweet, and definitely makes you feel welcomed. The prices are reasonable and you won’t break the bank to eat luxury.
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AeraPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• King West
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4.3

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40 restaurants available nearby

1. Gusto 501

2. Terroni Sud Forno Produzione e Spaccio (Spaccio East)

3. Madrina Bar y Tapas

4. Aera

5. Figo

6. Alo Restaurant

7. 1 Kitchen

8. Giulietta

9. Cibo Wine Bar - Yorkville

10. Terroni Adelaide

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