The culinary scene in Toronto is thriving, attracting many foodie visitors. Because of the diverse multicultural population, you can find endless choices of cuisine. If you are looking for Michelin star restaurants in Toronto, unfortunately, this cosmopolitan city has yet to earn its first Michelin star. There are, however, many Toronto restaurants where you can enjoy a Michelin-quality meal and experience. We’re sharing four of the best restaurants you’ll want to visit on your next trip to Toronto.
Alo Restaurant
Canada’s Top 100 Restaurants designated Alo Restaurant as its number one restaurant in the entire country in 2017. It is not hard to see why when dining here.
Alo is a contemporary French restaurant and cocktail bar located atop a heritage building in downtown Toronto. We celebrate the finest in seasonal ingredients paired with genuine hospitality. Our dining room offers blind, multi-course tasting menus, which our sommeliers complement with distinctive wines from both familiar and little-known regions and producers. Our barroom, which accepts walk-ins, features classically-inspired cocktails and a sharing-style, à la carte menu consisting of raw seafood, meat-based entrées, vegetable-focused sides and desserts.
Alo offers a choice of Dining Room or Kitchen Counter dining. It also accepts bookings in two-month blocks, so pre-booking is a must. Be sure to add this to your list of restaurants in Toronto that you don’t want to miss!
Don Alfonso 1890
Toronto recently celebrated the opening of the first North American location of world-renowned Michelin Star Chefs Alfonso and Ernesto Iaccarino’s Don Alfonso 1890. Perhaps it will be the first of many Michelin star restaurants in Toronto in future years.
Showcasing the incredible cuisine of Chef Ernesto Iaccarino and the wonderful fresh flavors of the Amalfi coast, Don Alfonso 1890 is an internationally recognized award-winning concept with locations in Sant’Agata, Amalfi Coast, Italy; Levello, Basilicata, Italy; Helena Bay, New Zealand; Macau, China and now Toronto. Don Alfonso 1890’s cuisine is characterized by its modernity, Mediterranean flare and the exceptional quality of the raw materials used.
The restaurant is located in the historic Consumer’s Gas Building downtown. The decor is elegant and above all, sophisticated. It acts as a backdrop to the food and creates a truly unique dining experience. Diners can choose from an a la carte menu in the lounge. For the full experience, also try the eight-course tasting menu in the dining room accompanied by molecular cocktails. Toronto restaurants do not get must better than this!
GEORGE on Queen
Widely regarded as one of the best restaurants in Toronto is GEORGE on Queen. Because of this, this popular restaurant books up quickly.
GEORGE invites guests to explore the bold flavors and textures of Executive Chef Lorenzo Loseto’s ‘Toronto Cuisine.’ Offering a range of options from Chef Loseto’s seasonal lunch and dinner menus, guests can choose from an àla carte tasting or GEORGE’s signature Chef’s Choice–three or four-course lunch or five, seven and ten-course dinner. Chef’s Choice tastings are custom-written based on guest’s allergies, restrictions, and preferences. Chef’s Choice tastings are double-sided and include up to 20 different dishes — depending on the tasting selected — each accompanied by wines curated by our sommelier team.
In addition to delightful cuisine, it has also recently been awarded a ‘Best of’ Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator. The vibrantly decorated space is located in a convenient downtown location perfect for travelers.
Richmond Station
Finally, Richmond Station offers Michelin-quality dining in a more relaxed, casual atmosphere. It’s located in the busy downtown area by the intersection of Richmond and Yonge Streets.
Richmond Station is a neighborhood restaurant. We grew up with a passion for those romantic neighborhood spots where you could reliably grab a bite to eat once a month, two nights in a row or whenever the fridge was bare. A neighborhood spot means the owners are around most days, the staff maintain their position for years and there’s too many familiar faces to really just “be in and out”. Your favorite items never leave the menu and if they do, and in the event they do, the chef can usually make it for you all the same.
Since opening its doors in 2012, Richmond Station has become a favorite for visitors and locals alike.
Despite there being no Michelin star restaurants in Toronto, there is simply no shortage of high caliber fine dining. Be sure to add these Toronto restaurants to your must-try list when visiting. For more culinary inspiration, also explore Michelin Star Restaurants in Italy For Your Next Trip.
![In 2014, Fodor’s Travel said that there are four main reasons to visit Shanghai: sights new and old; multi cultural museums; one-of-a-kind shopping; and, new food and drink. They were right about all of those reasons. We’d add the beautiful luxury accommodations and continue to stress the importance of the city’s rising quality of cuisine. So much so that 26 restaurants were awarded the highly coveted Michelin stars in 2017. We’ve combed that list and chosen our picks of musts in a culinary tour of this vibrant and dynamic city. DaDong (IAPM) & DaDong (Park Place) [caption id="attachment_4020" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Photo courtesy of Foodie Traveller[/caption] While there are actually two DaDong locations in Shanghai that each earned one Michelin star, we’re counting it as one entry on our list but hoping you’ll sample both. Renowned for their roast duck, both Da Dong locations require reservations but they can accommodate parties large and small and have private dining options as well. This popular restaurant is not only busy but has a menu worth exploring beyond the roast duck. Pro tip: add the braised sea cucumber with scallions to your order, you’ll be happy you did. UltraViolet [caption id="attachment_4023" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Photo courtesy of Digital Trends[/caption] Billed as one of the world’s most high tech restaurants, UltraViolet marries food, wine, light, and sound, and it does it well enough to earn a two-star rating from Michelin. Reservations are, of course, required as they seat ten people each evening who are instructed to meet at Mr. & Mrs. Bund. They’re then driven to a location where the guests are seated at a communal table for the immersive 22-course dinner. L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon [caption id="attachment_4021" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Photo courtesy of Dining City[/caption] One of several locations, L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon boasts a 32-seat teppanyaki, the largest in Asia. The French gourmet restaurant was inspired by Robuchon’s travels through Japan and Spain and his passion has spread worldwide as have his restaurants. L’Atelier not only has an enviable menu but with views of Shanghai’s towers, this two-star Michelin-rated restaurant is one of the loveliest settings in the city for a beautiful dinner. Reservations are possible, yet not a requirement. Canton 8 [caption id="attachment_4019" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Photo courtesy of Fine Dining Lovers[/caption] Another restaurant that earned two Michelin stars, Canton 8 is a Cantonese restaurant that is most notably the world’s least expensive two Michelin-star restaurant. Forget about that, though, because Chef Jie Ming Jian will dazzle you with his use of local fresh ingredients and his humble demeanor. At the Michelin award ceremony, he said he never dreamed of earning such an accolade for his food. That food includes the popular lobster porridge and crystal prawn dumplings as well as their dim sum. Even though they’re the least expensive on the list, they require a reservation. T'ang Court [caption id="attachment_4022" align="aligncenter" width="1200"] Photo courtesy of Langham Hotels[/caption] The first and thus far only recipient of a three-star Michelin rating in all of mainland China, T’ang Court features a mix of traditional and modern Cantonese cuisine under the watchful eye of Executive Chef Justin Tan and a team of culinary masters. With several set menus or an a la carte menu, T’ang Court promises a unique dining experience and invites you to experience their artistry and the reason they earned those three Michelin stars. Pro tip: According to Michelin, you’ll want to try their braised sea cucumber with dried longan and sautéed Wagyu with organic mushrooms. Reservations are required and with that rating, that’s no surprise. As you’re planning your travels through Shanghai, be sure to experience the best cuisine they have to offer. Any one of these Michelin star-rated restaurants will be a meal to remember. In addition to the five we’ve highlighted and the other 21 star earners, there were 25 more restaurants awarded the Bib Gourmand, a more affordable dining option recognition. It’s an exciting time to visit Shanghai!](https://discover.luxury/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Michelin-Star-Restaurants-in-Shanghai-vertical-377x214.jpg)
