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The Best Steak Restaurants in Toronto (2026)

Toronto's strongest steak right now — Jacobs & Co. at CIBC Square, Prime Seafood Palace on Queen West, Barberian's charcoal since 1959, Harbour Sixty in the Commission Building, Hy's on Bay, BlueBlood at Casa Loma, Black+Blue on the old Stock Exchange floor, Shinji's Japanese wagyu, Morton's at the Park Hyatt, STK in Yorkville, the Keg Mansion on Jarvis, Copacabana and Rodeo for churrasco, Linny's on Ossington, and Bymark in the TD Centre — verified August 2026. Michael's on Simcoe is off the list (closed 2023).

Updated for 2026•15 Destinations

No.1

Jacobs & Co. T-bone photography from jacobssteakhouse.com

Restaurant• Financial District

Jacobs & Co. Steakhouse

“The city's dry-age default: CIBC Square fourth floor, piano bar, book the dining room.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Jacobs & Co. Steakhouse?** Perched on the fourth floor of CIBC Square at 81 Bay Street, Jacobs & Co. Steakhouse is Toronto's definitive temple of beef, expertly guided by long-tenured Executive Chef Danny McCallum. The expansive 14,000-square-foot room features warm walnut paneling, brass accents, a live piano bar, a glass-encased dry-aging facility, and a seasonal patio with skyline views. **Jacobs & Co. Steakhouse Menu & What to Order** Every cut on the encyclopedic steak roster is cataloged by farm, feed, and aging profile, ranging from long-aged Ontario prime ribeyes to impeccably marbled Japanese Wagyu. Begin with the legendary tableside Caesar salad tossed with double-smoked bacon lardons and warm cheese popovers before sharing a 40-to-60-day dry-aged cut seasoned with bespoke salts. Round out the meal with duck fat fries and Ontario cream of corn paired with a bottle from the deep global cellar, and never leave without the signature take-home muffin. **Know Before You Go** Evening tables in the dining room book weeks in advance, making weekday lunch and the walk-in piano bar your best bet for spontaneous dining. The restaurant is climate-controlled and connected directly to the PATH and Union Station, with on-site valet parking situated on P1. Jacobs operates continuously Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Saturday from 4:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., and Sunday from 4:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

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No.2

Prime Seafood Palace steak photography from primeseafoodpalace.ca

Restaurant• West Queen West

Prime Seafood Palace

“Best chef-driven steak night: white-maple vault, live fire, 42-day drop.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Prime Seafood Palace?** Set along Queen Street West near Crawford Street, Prime Seafood Palace is Matty Matheson and executive chef Coulson Armstrong's upscale, live-fire showcase that completely flips the script on the classic North American steakhouse. Designed by architect Omar Gandhi, the dining room is a sunlit, barrel-vaulted cathedral finished in pale blonde maple slats, brass details, and plush leather booths with clever cutlery drawers built right into the custom millwork. Guests can dine along the banquettes, at the rear kitchen counter overlooking the wood-burning hearth, or at the polished cocktail bar. **Prime Seafood Palace Menu & What to Order** The kitchen bridges pristine ocean catches and intensely marbled Ontario beef cooked over open flames, sourcing vegetables directly from Matheson's own Blue Goose Farm. Start with the olive oil-bathed Sicilian crudo trio, the sticky char siu-glazed Palace bacon, and the non-negotiable Palace potatoes—a crisp, golden-layered brick accompanied by velvety aioli. For larger spreads, share the bone-in dry-aged striploin or the 20-ounce prime rib roast lacquered in beef-garum bordelaise, flanked by rich lobster spaghetti in a brandy-cream reduction and a glass from their deep cellar of vintage Champagnes. **Know Before You Go** Tables unlock 42 days (six weeks) in advance on OpenTable at midnight, and prime evening dinner slots fill almost instantly. Solo diners and pairs can sometimes nab bar seats right when doors open, but planning well ahead is essential for the full dining room experience. Hop on the 501 Queen streetcar and get off at Crawford Street, as street parking along Queen West is scarce and heavily monitored during peak evening hours.

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No.3

Barberian's rib steak and baked potato from barberians.com

Restaurant• Downtown Core

Barberian's Steak House

“Best old-Toronto steakhouse: Elm Street since 1959, charcoal rib steak, call ahead.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Barberian's Steak House?** Tucked away at 7 Elm Street just off Yonge, Barberian's Steak House is a legendary 1959 institution that has steadfastly resisted trend-chasing for over six decades. Founded by Harry Barberian and steered today by his son Arron, the multi-room timber-and-brick space glows with dim vintage lighting, Group of Seven artwork, and an intimate bar counter alongside white-cloth dining rooms. Below the floorboards sits one of North America's most staggering private wine collections, housed in a two-storey cellar containing tens of thousands of rare vintages. **Barberian's Steak House Menu & What to Order** Everything revolves around whole loins dry-aged in-house and seared over a hardwood charcoal pit that imparts an unmistakable smoky crust. The benchmark order is the dry-aged bone-in rib steak, accompanied by a baked potato dressed tableside from a tiered condiment caddy loaded with sour cream, bacon bits, and chives. Start with garlic bread, escargots swimming in garlic butter, or the hand-cut steak tartare, and match your meal with a deep-cut vintage bottle or classic gin martini recommended by the sommeliers. Plant-based diners have vegetable sides like sautéed mushrooms and salads, though the kitchen is unequivocally built for committed carnivores. **Know Before You Go** Reservations for standard tables must be phoned in directly to the house line, as the restaurant does not take regular bookings through third-party apps. Elm Street is steps from Dundas subway station, with nearby parking garages situated at 25 Dundas East and Elizabeth Street. The restaurant operates for dinner nightly from early evening until late, with midweek lunch service offered Wednesday through Friday.

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No.4

Harbour Sixty dining photography from harbour60.com

Restaurant• South Core

Harbour 60

“Best harbourfront steakhouse: 1917 Commission Building, dry-age since 1964, valet when they have it.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Harbour 60?** Housed inside the historic 1917 Toronto Harbour Commission Building at 60 Harbour Street in the South Core, Harbour 60 is Toronto’s unapologetic cathedral of power dining. Owned by the Nikolaou family and elevated with silver-leaf ceilings, custom velvet banquettes, and an illuminated central bar, the multi-level room balances heritage limestone architecture with financial-district energy. Seating spans high-top bar perches, plush dining room booths, upstairs private dining salons, and a tented seasonal patio. **Harbour 60 Menu & What to Order** The kitchen centers on in-house dry-aged prime beef and grand raw bar staples, turning out deeply charred bone-in rib steaks, premium Wagyu cuts, and tiered seafood platters stacked with King crab and Petrossian caviar. For the classic order, pair a dry-aged porterhouse with rich truffle Parmigiano fries and lobster mashed potatoes with brie. Drinks lean toward cold, spirit-forward martinis and a deep cellar loaded with first-growth Bordeaux and California cabernets, capped off with their signature coconut cream pie. **Know Before You Go** Reservations via OpenTable are mandatory well in advance, as the dining room fills rapidly around Scotiabank Arena game nights and concert crowds. Walk-ins might snag a solo bar stool early in the evening, but dining room tables are virtually impossible without a booking. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. and dinner Saturday through Sunday from 5:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., with on-site valet parking and Union Station five minutes away on foot.

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No.5

Hy's Toronto lounge photography from hyssteakhouse.com

Restaurant• Financial District

Hy's Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar

“Best Bay Street bank-building steakhouse: cheese toast, Prime grill, live music after 7.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Hy's Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar?** Set inside a soaring heritage space at Bay and Richmond, Hy's Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar has anchored Toronto's corporate dining scene with old-school polish and clubby warmth. Spread across three levels, the expansive Financial District landmark features a bustling street-level cocktail lounge, a mezzanine dining room wrapped in dark wood and plush leather booths, and subterranean private rooms. Executive chef Saku Velummylum keeps the focus on steakhouse pageantry with jacketed servers, white tablecloths, and live musicians on the lounge stage. **Hy's Steakhouse & Cocktail Bar Menu & What to Order** Every meal kicks off with Hy's famous Cheese Toast, a gooey cheddar institution served since 1955, and the classic Caesar salad prepared tableside on the guéridon cart. For the main event, lean into Canadian Prime cuts like the dry-aged Bone-In Rib Steak or the Chateaubriand for two, accompanied by double-stuffed potatoes and creamed spinach. Non-steak options like Beef Wellington and an Organic Vegan Bowl hold their own, while desserts like Bananas Foster are flambéed tableside. Pair dinner with a bone-dry martini or a bottle from the deep cellar. **Know Before You Go** Dinner reservations via OpenTable or phone are essential, especially during midweek business rushes, though the street-level bar accepts walk-ins for after-work happy hours. Valet parking operates daily on Richmond Street from 4:30 p.m., or take the TTC to Queen or King subway station, each just steps away. Hy's is open continuously from lunch through late night on weekdays, and opens at 4:00 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.

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No.6

Casa Loma, the castle that houses BlueBlood Steakhouse (Wikimedia, Ken Lund, 2016)

Restaurant• Casa Loma

BlueBlood Steakhouse

“Best castle steak: Pellatt's library at Casa Loma, book the hill, dress for it.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is BlueBlood Steakhouse?** Housed inside Sir Henry Pellatt's historic Casa Loma at 1 Austin Terrace, BlueBlood is Liberty Entertainment Group’s high-theatre steakhouse set across the castle's former Oak Room, smoking lounge, and billiards room. The moody, opulent interior balances original heritage wood panelling and antler chandeliers with bold contemporary art pieces by Andy Warhol, Salvador Dalí, and Mr. Brainwash. Seating spans plush velvet-lined banquettes and white-clothed tables across three grand dining rooms, complemented by a cocktail bar and a seasonal garden patio. **BlueBlood Steakhouse Menu & What to Order** The kitchen deals in top-tier domestic and global beef programs, sourcing cuts ranging from Prince Edward Island Prime filets and Ontario ribeyes to Japanese A5 Kagoshima Wagyu and American Mishima Reserve. Start with the prime steak tartare served in a roasted bone marrow canoe or the tiered fresh seafood tower loaded with king crab, oysters, and lobster. For drinks, order the tableside applewood-smoked old fashioned, presented under a swirling cloche. Non-steak eaters can pivot to fresh sushi bar selections and whole Dover sole, though the kitchen is primarily built for full-tilt carnivorous indulgence. **Know Before You Go** Reservations through OpenTable are strictly necessary well in advance, particularly for weekend slots and milestone celebrations. On-site valet parking is available along Austin Terrace at the castle gates, or you can take the TTC to Dupont station and climb the Baldwin Steps. Dinner service opens at 5:00 p.m. on weekdays and 4:00 p.m. on weekends, running until midnight daily.

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No.7

Black+Blue Toronto photography from blackandbluesteakhouse.ca

Restaurant• Financial District

Black+Blue

“Best PATH steakhouse: old Stock Exchange floor, Kobe-certified, Sunday prime rib.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Black+Blue?** Occupying a sprawling 9,000-square-foot bi-level footprint at 130 King Street West inside the Exchange Tower, Black+Blue is Vancouver-based Glowbal Restaurant Group’s unabashedly grand Financial District steakhouse. The dramatic room features a glowing Himalayan salt-brick wall for dry-aging beef, a soaring bull art piece assembled from steak knives, and sultry leather booths. Guests dine across the high-ceilinged main floor, the mezzanine, or a 2,000-square-foot enclosed, heated garden patio. **Black+Blue Menu & What to Order** The kitchen centers its program on certified Japanese Kobe beef, A5 Wagyu, and 28- to 45-day Himalayan salt dry-aged prime cuts, offset by a full raw and sushi bar. Start with the warm, gruyère-crusted B+B House Brioche and a theatrical Tableside Caesar Salad, then split a dry-aged bone-in cut with the decadent B+B Millionaire Potato scented with taleggio and shaved black truffle. Pair dinner with a classic martini or a deep Napa Cabernet, and cap the night with the warm B+B Signature Butter Cake. **Know Before You Go** Evenings and after-work hours draw a high-energy corporate and expense-account crowd, so SevenRooms reservations are strongly recommended for prime dinner hours. Walk-ins have the best luck during the afternoon happy hour or by grabbing high-top seating at the bar. The restaurant is directly connected to the PATH near King station, with underground parking located beneath the Exchange Tower and First Canadian Place.

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No.8

Shinji Japanese steakhouse photography from shinjijapanese.com

Restaurant• Financial District

Shinji

“Best Japanese steak night downtown: Himeji/Kobe at 333 Bay, closed Sunday.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Shinji?** Located at 333 Bay Street at the base of the Bay Adelaide Centre West Tower, Shinji is Harlo Hospitality's refined Japanese steakhouse in the Financial District. Helmed by Executive Chef and Partner Jia Zou—an alumnus of Miku and Grey Gardens—the kitchen centers around live-fire robata grilling, direct-sourced Japanese wagyu, and pristine raw bar cuts. Designed by Toronto studio Odami, the moody interior skips traditional tropes in favour of custom indigo-limewashed walls inspired by raw denim, Ceppo di Gré terrazzo surfaces, a central robata counter, and an open sushi bar. **Shinji Menu & What to Order** Direct-sourced A3 to A5 Japanese wagyu cuts from Himeji, Miyazaki, and Hyogo Prefecture (true Kobe beef) anchor the menu alongside prime Canadian cuts and sushi flown in multiple times weekly. Must-order signatures include the Shinji Surf and Turf—yakiniku-glazed wagyu paired with tender black cod and crispy leeks—along with the rich Wagyu Sukiyaki, crusty Wagyu Kamameshi, and a refreshing matcha soba noodle salad. Drinks skew toward high-roller magnums, cold-draft Japanese whisky highballs, curated sakes, and shiso-laced cocktails that cut through the marbling of the beef. **Know Before You Go** Tables during peak lunch and post-work dinner rushes fill up fast with corporate power lunches and celebratory groups, making advance reservations essential. Direct indoor PATH access from King and Queen subway stations makes navigating here easy regardless of the weather. Shinji runs lunch and dinner service Monday through Friday, dinner only on Saturdays, and is closed on Sundays.

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No.9

Morton's Toronto photography from mortons.com

Restaurant• Yorkville

Morton's The Steakhouse

“Best hotel steak in Yorkville: Park Hyatt Morton's, Prime cart, Power Hour at 5.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Morton's The Steakhouse?** Anchored at 4 Avenue Road beneath the Park Hyatt at the corner of Bloor and Avenue, Morton's The Steakhouse is Yorkville's benchmark for old-school, big-ticket American chophouse dining. The dimly lit subterranean dining room features dark wood paneling, crisp white tablecloths, plush leather booths, and an intimate bar counter known as Bar 12-21. Its signature tableside presentation sets an unapologetically classic tone tailored for corporate expense accounts and celebratory dinners. **Morton's The Steakhouse Menu & What to Order** The kitchen centers squarely on heavy-hitting USDA Prime beef, where the 20-ounce Bone-In Ribeye and tender Center-Cut Filet Mignon consistently steal the show. Start with the Jumbo Lump Crab Cake or the crisp Iceberg Wedge smothered in blue cheese dressing, paired alongside a bone-dry martini or a heavy-hitting Napa Cabernet. For accompaniments, the bacon and onion macaroni shells hold their ground, while the molten Morton's Legendary Hot Chocolate Cake must be ordered with your mains to ensure it arrives warm with vanilla bean ice cream. **Know Before You Go** Reservations via OpenTable are strongly advised for prime dinner seating, especially Thursday through Saturday when the dining room regularly fills to capacity. Bar patrons can take advantage of Power Hour on Sunday through Friday from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. for discounted Bar Bites and sliders. The restaurant is a two-minute walk from Museum subway station, with valet parking accessible through the Park Hyatt motor court.

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No.10

STK Toronto dining photography from stksteakhouse.com

Restaurant• Yorkville

STK Steakhouse

“Best loud Yorkville steak: STK from 3 p.m., DJ dining room, book Friday.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is STK Steakhouse?** Anchoring 153 Yorkville Avenue on the second level of the former Four Seasons complex, STK Steakhouse brings The ONE Group's signature high-voltage, club-adjacent dining concept to the neighbourhood. The sprawling interior ditches dark wood paneling for sculpted white banquettes, dramatic faux-horn wall installations, low purple-tinged lighting, and an in-house DJ driving a pulsing soundtrack. Seating transitions from an expansive central bar and cocktail lounge to plush semi-circular dining booths and a seasonal outdoor patio overlooking the Yorkville strip. **STK Steakhouse Menu & What to Order** The kitchen balances heavyweight USDA Prime steaks with upscale lounge shareables and raw bar towers. Start with the signature Wagyu Lil' BRGs on pillowy sesame buns or the spicy tuna crispy rice before diving into a bone-in ribeye or dry-aged porterhouse finished with truffle butter or king crab toppers. Seafood lovers gravitate toward the miso-glazed Chilean sea bass and chilled shellfish platters, while the lobster mac and cheese and tater tots make essential table sides. Pair dinner with house cocktails like the Cucumber Stiletto or explore the deep cellar of full-bodied California Cabernets. **Know Before You Go** Prime dining room slots on Thursday through Saturday book out well in advance via OpenTable, so secure reservations early if you want a central booth during peak party hours. Walk-in guests can generally find a spot at the spacious front bar or lounge tables for discounted afternoon social hour bites and late-night drinks. The venue is a five-minute walk from Bay station, with convenient underground Green P parking available directly across Yorkville Avenue.

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No.11

The Keg Mansion (Euclid Hall) at 515 Jarvis Street (Wikimedia, BarberMA, 24 January 2011)

Restaurant• Garden District

The Keg Mansion

“The only Keg on this list: Euclid Hall on Jarvis, daily from 4, prime rib.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is The Keg Mansion?** Occupying Euclid Hall at 515 Jarvis Street, The Keg Mansion transforms familiar Canadian steakhouse dining inside an 1868 Romanesque-Gothic heritage estate in the Garden District. The atmospheric former Massey family residence features wood-panelled dining salons, stained glass, moody chandeliers, and a bustling ground-floor bar lounge alongside a seasonal outdoor patio. It stands apart as the most character-rich room across the brand's national footprint. **The Keg Mansion Menu & What to Order** The kitchen sticks to classic steakhouse strengths, led by slow-roasted prime rib carved to order with red wine herb jus and prepared horseradish. Retro appetizers like Mushrooms Neptune stuffed with crab and cream cheese or crispy bacon-wrapped scallops lead smoothly into filet mignon and charred rib steaks. Finish with the signature Billy Miner Pie—a mocha ice cream cake built on an Oreo crust with hot fudge, caramel, and sliced almonds—or visit during late afternoon and late-night happy hour for shaved prime rib sliders and a signature Keg Caesar. **Know Before You Go** Book a table in advance via the restaurant's website for prime weekend dinner slots, though the lounge accepts walk-ins for casual dining and drinks. Free parking is available for patrons on the property, a major perk along the Jarvis corridor. Keep in mind that the historic building preserves its original architecture, meaning guest washrooms are located on the second floor with no elevator access.

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No.12

Copacabana Brazilian Steakhouse photography from thecopa.ca

Restaurant• Midtown

Copacabana Brazilian Steakhouse

“Best midtown churrasco: Eglinton rodizio, picanha off the skewer, book the two-hour.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Copacabana Brazilian Steakhouse?** Anchoring Midtown at 150 Eglinton Avenue East, Copacabana is Toronto’s long-running temple to traditional rodizio churrasco. The expansive, high-energy dining room pulses with mood lighting, uptempo Latin beats, and the nonstop choreography of passadores carving skewers tableside. With sprawling banquettes and a lively bar lounge, the room is designed for group revelry and carnivorous indulgence rather than a quiet night out. **Copacabana Brazilian Steakhouse Menu & What to Order** The unlimited tasting menu revolves around continuous rounds of over 14 fire-grilled meats, headlined by fat-capped picanha (top sirloin cap), garlic steak, and crunchy parmesan-crusted beef. Balance the heavy deluge of protein with made-to-order sides, fresh salads, and skewers of roasted cinnamon-dusted pineapple that work as an ideal palate cleanser. To drink, order a classic cachaça caipirinha or a rum-fueled Copa Colada; plant-based diners can tap in with a dedicated sides-only tasting option. **Know Before You Go** Reservations are highly recommended on weekends, particularly on Saturday nights when the dining room features live samba dancers in full Carnaval costumes. Diners operate on a two-hour table clock from the reservation time, with meat flow controlled by flipping your table coaster from red to green. The room is a short walk east of Eglinton subway station on Line 1, with paid parking garages along Eglinton Avenue East.

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No.13

Rodeo Brazilian Steakhouse photography from rodeobraziliansteakhouse.com

Restaurant• Danforth

Rodeo Brazilian Steakhouse

“Best east-end churrasco: Danforth rodizio, picanha and pineapple, closed Monday–Tuesday.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Rodeo Brazilian Steakhouse?** Located at 95 Danforth Avenue just east of the Prince Edward Viaduct, Rodeo Brazilian Steakhouse has long anchored the strip as Toronto’s classic, east-side churrascaria. Inside, the room leans dark and nostalgic, featuring wood finishes, full bar counter seating, and an open dining floor centered around a stage built for weekend samba shows and live music. The format relies on the traditional rodizio ritual: passadores carve seasoned cuts directly onto your plate until you flip your table coaster from green to red. **Rodeo Brazilian Steakhouse Menu & What to Order** Dinner starts with warm pão de queijo delivered to the table and self-serve access to a buffet bar loaded with smoked salmon, hearts of palm, Brazilian hot sides, and composed salads. When skewers start circulating, prioritize the salt-crusted picanha (beef top sirloin), tender lamb chops, and bacon-wrapped beef. Pair the continuous rounds of red meat with a freshly muddled lime caipirinha, and save room for the fire-roasted, cinnamon-sugar pineapple carved hot at the finish. **Know Before You Go** Reservations are crucial for Friday and Saturday seatings when live samba dancers and bands pack the dining room. Broadview subway station is a two-minute walk away, while drivers can find Green P parking behind the transit hub or along Danforth Avenue. The restaurant operates Wednesday through Sunday for dinner starting at 5:30 p.m. and is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

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No.14

Linny's Ossington photography from linnysrestaurant.com

Restaurant• Ossington

Linny's

“Best west-end neighbourhood steak: Ossington, deli bones, book Tuesday–Sunday.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Linny's?** Set at 176 Ossington Avenue, Linny's is chef David Schwartz’s 80-seat homage to classic Jewish-American delis and mid-century steakhouse swagger, named in tribute to his late mother. Designed alongside Jack Lipson, the dining room pairs plush corduroy banquettes, crisp white tablecloths, and terrazzo accents with a moody, amber glow anchored by an energetic eight-seat front bar. It effortlessly trades Financial District formality for Ossington cool while keeping the silver-service polish intact. **Linny's Menu & What to Order** The kitchen operates on house-cured deli staples, overfired broiler cuts, and nostalgic Ashkenazi recipes executed with fine-dining precision. Kick things off with the braided challah service alongside pickles and house kraut, or the whipped chicken liver on dark rye topped with crispy onions and shaved salt-cured yolk. For mains, order the thick-cut house-smoked navel pastrami alongside a dry-aged steak finished with pastrami tallow butter, backed by schmaltz-slicked kasha and bows. Wash it down with a kefir-clarified Borscht Milk Punch cocktail or an earthy Burgundy from the cellar before finishing with the warm caramelized apple cake. **Know Before You Go** Dinner reservations on OpenTable release weeks in advance and fill quickly for prime weekend slots, though walk-ins can often catch a seat at the bar right at opening. Street parking along the strip is difficult to come by; taking the 63 Ossington bus from Ossington subway station or walking up from the Queen streetcar is your smoothest route. Linny's runs dinner service Tuesday through Sunday, remaining closed on Mondays.

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No.15

Bymark dining room photography from mcewangroup.ca

Restaurant• Financial District

Bymark

“Best TD Centre grill: McEwan steak-and-wine-cellar room, weekday lunch, Saturday dinner.”

— Very Toronto Editors

**What is Bymark?** Set beneath the iconic Mies van der Rohe towers at 66 Wellington Street West in the TD Centre, Bymark has anchored the Financial District's power-dining circuit for over two decades. Spearheaded by chef Mark McEwan alongside Executive Chef Brooke McDougall, the sleek space designed by Yabu Pushelberg features moody ambient lighting, plush leather booths, and a striking floor-to-ceiling glass wine cellar. Guests can choose between the sophisticated main dining room, the high-energy bar lounge, and a spacious sunken atrium patio. **Bymark Menu & What to Order** The kitchen delivers refined steakhouse standards and upscale comfort dishes, famously headlined by the decadent Bymark Burger loaded with brie de Meaux, shaved truffles, and grilled porcini mushrooms. Beyond the burger, seasoned regulars gravitate toward charred bone-in prime steaks, delicate wagyu beef dumplings, and the hand-cut beef tartare. Rich East Coast lobster pasta and smoky grilled octopus round out the seafood side, effortlessly matched with classic dirty martinis or bold Napa Valley cabernets from the deep cellar. **Know Before You Go** Weekday lunch and immediate post-market hours see heavy corporate crowds, making advance reservations essential for dining room seating. Solo diners and smaller parties can often find walk-in availability at the bar lounge, which runs a popular weekday happy hour from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. and late-night from 7:00 p.m. onward. Direct PATH access connects the dining room to St. Andrew and Union subway stations, with dinner-only service on Saturdays and doors closed on Sundays.

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