Toronto Restaurants that are an EXPERIENCE

chooch · 04-14-2005, 03:46 PM

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Originally posted by kmac
The Sultan's Tent... is that on the Esplanade? If so, I think was looking at the menu and it looks yummy.

on front past the hummingbird at about church.

it is yummy, i'd like to do lunch in the portion of the resturant that has the french/morrocan food...mmmmm

Will, i checked the site and they have changed the dancers schedule from what i'd told you...you may want to make reservations to capture two shows.

Also, the seating is very long couchy and open, so you can be quite close to another table of people...this could prove to be a good thing if you let some of the hottie tribe ladies to show up there on the night!

daddyiwantchocolate · 04-14-2005, 03:51 PM

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Originally posted by kmac
What about Benihana? Where the food is the show.

I <3 benihana! So much fun, especially if you go with more than just another person.

And Sassafraz fucking suuuucks.
First and last time I ate there my plate was served with fucking ants on it, then they argued with me saying "what ants?".

starr · 04-14-2005, 03:53 PM

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Originally posted by Klubmasta Will
i was considering the drake, but haven't spoken to anyone that's ever eaton/drank there.

i went for winterlicious and it was awesome
i'd go again in a heartbeat
i think most of the food reviews have generally been good
and the clientele and staff are decent
no belly dancing though

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hah!!! we went to centro yesterday and it was CLOSED!!!

wow, renovations maybe?
you might also want to try amber in yorkville
i think the owner tries to keep things 'looking good' as well

sam · 04-14-2005, 03:53 PM

Sotto Sotto is a great restaurant in terms of ambience and incredible food.

They really treat you well in there and the Maitre D' and Chef come by your table to chat and make sure everything is to your liking...

I really like Carman's as well for an old school supper club vibe. Incredible steaks...

And for a view that's out of this world, and food and wine to match, 360 atop the CN Tower is amazine. Dined there for a work function last night and was blown away by the quality of the food. They had a thick wine list as well....

And also to add, Yamato in Yorkville is a great Teppanyaki style Japanese restaurant...your food is cooked, diced, and flipped right in front of you...

starr · 04-14-2005, 03:55 PM

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Originally posted by daddyiwantchocolate
I <3 benihana! So much fun, especially if you go with more than just another person.

And Sassafraz fucking suuuucks.
First and last time I ate there my plate was served with fucking ants on it, then they argued with me saying "what ants?".

i love benihana too!
sassafraz does suck in terms of food and service, but i hear it's great for the chicks/people watching

Booty Bits · 04-14-2005, 03:56 PM

skipper, yes splendido is very pricey. i had gone there expecting it to be a homey italian food joint - i had seen a very outdated review of it online and there were pics of sunflowers painted on the walls and rave reviews of their oven baked pizzas. i suggested it as a casual dinner spot for me, my dad and my brother.
as soon as i arrived i realized that this was obviously a very old review as there was not a sunflower or pizza in sight!
its like, white glove service. very froufrou. foie gras in everything. the tasting menu was $90 a head i believe.

regardless of the endless mocking i have received from my family for "accidentally" suggesting such a high end joint, it was totally worth it!

as for belly dancing, my bro has told me that there is belly dancing at gypsy co-op every sunday night. i've only eaten there once but the food was pretty decent and i seem to recall some good looking people. that being said, its not a place i am running back to.

daddyiwantchocolate · 04-14-2005, 03:56 PM

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Originally posted by sam
And also to add, Yamato in Yorkville is a great Teppanyaki style Japanese restaurant...your food is cooked, diced, and flipped right in front of you...

Yup, been there, loved it!

starr · 04-14-2005, 03:59 PM

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Originally posted by Booty Bits
as for belly dancing, my bro has told me that there is belly dancing at gypsy co-op every sunday night. i've only eaten there once but the food was pretty decent and i seem to recall some good looking people. that being said, its not a place i am running back to.

gypsy is owned by izzy and the milk boys now and i'm not sure if they still have the dancing thing

defazman · 04-14-2005, 04:09 PM

not really matchine Wills requirements, but if you want an eating experience, do some shrooms and sit infront of the elephant at the Rainforest Cafe.

queen naeema · 04-14-2005, 04:11 PM

rain is a good one, they have this crazy waterfall in the entrance, and the food is really unique, delicious and looks amazing. i dont know about the hot girl content there though.

starr · 04-14-2005, 04:16 PM

i almost forgot about my new favourite spot: Czehoskiâ€™s Deli
it's a bit small though
i've only had an appetizer or two there
but it was delicious

i've heard their patio is amazing, when i went it wasn't open yet
and francesca from element is working there, as well as other good looking staff and customers

but again no belly dancing

Skipper · 04-14-2005, 04:18 PM

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Originally posted by queen naeema
rain is a good one, they have this crazy waterfall in the entrance, and the food is really unique, delicious and looks amazing. i dont know about the hot girl content there though.

I really want to try Rain.

and benihana.

kennyboy · 04-14-2005, 04:25 PM

The 5th. Great ambiance. Depending when you go, there's usually a good looking crowd too.

Babes · 04-14-2005, 04:42 PM

I'd recommend the Fifth in the summer. Nothing compares to a good group of friends, good food, good wine on a great patio.

The ribeye at Splendido is to die for. The valet boys are cute. Atmosphere is a bit dry, but good for a romantic dinner.

Susur is an obvious choice, but you could always try out Lee next door for a less expensive option. The restaurant looks incredibly sexy and has been packed since it opened.

Phil's Original BBQ on College seems to be Toronto's little secret. The food is incredible, but the atmosphere is pretty much what you'd expect for a BBQ restaurant.

I'm addicted to the sushi and plum sake at Blowfish. The hypnotically gorgeous bartender there has stollen my heart (her name escapes me at the moment...)

Skipper · 04-14-2005, 04:43 PM

My friend has been working at blowfish for years - but I'm not sure if she's a bartender.

stir-fry · 04-14-2005, 04:46 PM

The Brassrail serves food.. and they have hot multilingual dancers

vinder · 04-14-2005, 04:49 PM

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Originally posted by Skipper
My friend has been working at blowfish for years - but I'm not sure if she's a bartender.

blowfish is somewhere i've had on teh backburner for a while. for those who have been there, what's the food like? super pricey? environment?

Snapper · 04-14-2005, 04:54 PM

I've seen the blowfish website and it seems super expensive!

Babes · 04-14-2005, 04:55 PM

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Originally posted by vinder
blowfish is somewhere i've had on teh backburner for a while. for those who have been there, what's the food like? super pricey? environment?

Okay Vinder. Stop your begging. We can go there.

vinder · 04-14-2005, 04:55 PM

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Originally posted by Babes
Okay Vinder. Stop your begging. We can go there.

if you'll stop begging for sex, i'll stop begging to go eat there.

Babes · 04-14-2005, 04:57 PM

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Originally posted by vinder
if you'll stop begging for sex, i'll stop begging to go eat there.

And stop trying to lure me with your fucking television. I don't care how big it is.

vinder · 04-14-2005, 04:59 PM

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Originally posted by Babes
And stop trying to lure me with your fucking television. I don't care how big it is.

it distracts from my other shortcomings

TaCk OnE? · 04-14-2005, 05:00 PM

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Originally posted by sam
Sotto Sotto is a great restaurant in terms of ambience and incredible food.

I really like Carman's as well for an old school supper club vibe. Incredible steaks...

carman's club is fantastic...the food is really amazing...

this is my father's favorite steakhouse...highly recommended.

TheRunningBoard · 04-14-2005, 05:03 PM

Turf Lounge....

Right on Bay Street. They have amazing food, and off track betting is the entertainment.

I take clients here....it's great. You can call ahead and tell them you wan to try betting on the horses and they will explain it and everything.

http://www.turflounge.com/welcomeLounge.asp

circle · 04-14-2005, 05:08 PM

Sorry for the threadjack, anyone know of a good tapas style resto on college st.?

Merci

04-14-2005, 04:11 PM	#60
queen naeema TRIBE Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: "i pity the fool" town Posts: 927	rain rain is a good one, they have this crazy waterfall in the entrance, and the food is really unique, delicious and looks amazing. i dont know about the hot girl content there though.

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04-14-2005, 03:53 PM	#54
sam TRIBE Member Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: on repeat Posts: 1,727	Sotto Sotto is a great restaurant in terms of ambience and incredible food. They really treat you well in there and the Maitre D' and Chef come by your table to chat and make sure everything is to your liking... I really like Carman's as well for an old school supper club vibe. Incredible steaks... And for a view that's out of this world, and food and wine to match, 360 atop the CN Tower is amazine. Dined there for a work function last night and was blown away by the quality of the food. They had a thick wine list as well.... And also to add, Yamato in Yorkville is a great Teppanyaki style Japanese restaurant...your food is cooked, diced, and flipped right in front of you...

04-14-2005, 03:56 PM	#56
Booty Bits TRIBE Member Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Jesus saves, Moses invests. Posts: 19,507	skipper, yes splendido is very pricey. i had gone there expecting it to be a homey italian food joint - i had seen a very outdated review of it online and there were pics of sunflowers painted on the walls and rave reviews of their oven baked pizzas. i suggested it as a casual dinner spot for me, my dad and my brother. as soon as i arrived i realized that this was obviously a very old review as there was not a sunflower or pizza in sight! its like, white glove service. very froufrou. foie gras in everything. the tasting menu was $90 a head i believe. regardless of the endless mocking i have received from my family for "accidentally" suggesting such a high end joint, it was totally worth it! as for belly dancing, my bro has told me that there is belly dancing at gypsy co-op every sunday night. i've only eaten there once but the food was pretty decent and i seem to recall some good looking people. that being said, its not a place i am running back to.

04-14-2005, 04:09 PM	#59
defazman TRIBE Member Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Mount Lushmore Posts: 13,562	not really matchine Wills requirements, but if you want an eating experience, do some shrooms and sit infront of the elephant at the Rainforest Cafe.

04-14-2005, 04:16 PM	#61
starr TRIBE Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: down by the bay Posts: 11,215	i almost forgot about my new favourite spot: Czehoskiâ€™s Deli it's a bit small though i've only had an appetizer or two there but it was delicious i've heard their patio is amazing, when i went it wasn't open yet and francesca from element is working there, as well as other good looking staff and customers but again no belly dancing

04-14-2005, 04:25 PM	#63
kennyboy TRIBE Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Just Hanging Around Posts: 2,781	The 5th. Great ambiance. Depending when you go, there's usually a good looking crowd too.

04-14-2005, 04:42 PM	#64
Babes Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Cloud 9 Posts: 981	I'd recommend the Fifth in the summer. Nothing compares to a good group of friends, good food, good wine on a great patio. The ribeye at Splendido is to die for. The valet boys are cute. Atmosphere is a bit dry, but good for a romantic dinner. Susur is an obvious choice, but you could always try out Lee next door for a less expensive option. The restaurant looks incredibly sexy and has been packed since it opened. Phil's Original BBQ on College seems to be Toronto's little secret. The food is incredible, but the atmosphere is pretty much what you'd expect for a BBQ restaurant. I'm addicted to the sushi and plum sake at Blowfish. The hypnotically gorgeous bartender there has stollen my heart (her name escapes me at the moment...)

04-14-2005, 04:43 PM	#65
Skipper Member Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: in transit Posts: 38,565	My friend has been working at blowfish for years - but I'm not sure if she's a bartender.

04-14-2005, 04:46 PM	#66
stir-fry TRIBE Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Would the worst magician ever, do THIS? Posts: 34,272	The Brassrail serves food.. and they have hot multilingual dancers

04-14-2005, 04:54 PM	#68
Snapper TRIBE Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Planet Houston Posts: 5,799	I've seen the blowfish website and it seems super expensive!

04-14-2005, 05:03 PM	#74
TheRunningBoard Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: All over the map Posts: 693	Turf Lounge.... Right on Bay Street. They have amazing food, and off track betting is the entertainment. I take clients here....it's great. You can call ahead and tell them you wan to try betting on the horses and they will explain it and everything. http://www.turflounge.com/welcomeLounge.asp

04-14-2005, 05:08 PM	#75
circle Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Toronto Posts: 555	Sorry for the threadjack, anyone know of a good tapas style resto on college st.? Merci

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