Canto

What is Canto? Set within the historic stone grounds of the Old Mill Toronto Hotel at 9 Old Mill Road, Canto brings contemporary Italian-influenced dining to a storied corner of Etobicoke. The room strikes an intimate, refined balance—warm woods and soft lighting carry through the plush dining room, polished bar lounge, and breezy seasonal patio. Operating across dayparts, the property functions as a morning espresso counter at Canto Caffe before easing into an upscale evening retreat.

Canto Menu & What to Order The kitchen leans into modern Italian technique while highlighting local, seasonal produce across an approachable luxury lineup. Begin with the potato gnocchi tossed with earthy king oyster mushrooms and crisp pancetta, or the cicoria salad brightened by fresh raspberries and a maple vinaigrette. For mains, the pan-seared black cod and the prime striploin tagliata demonstrate clean culinary precision, alongside casual upgrades like the Humber smashed burger. Cap off the evening with the lemon meringue cheesecake, a standout dessert balancing velvety richness with bracing citrus acidity.

Know Before You Go Evening dinner reservations are strongly recommended, especially on weekends and celebration nights, though solo diners can often secure a walk-in spot at the bar. The restaurant sits a short five-minute walk from Old Mill subway station, with on-site hotel parking convenient for drivers. Breakfast runs daily from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., with dinner and bar service kicking off at 4:00 p.m.