Oretta

What is Oretta? Anchoring King West at 633 King Street West, Oretta delivers high-octane Italian glamour developed by restaurateur Salvatore Mele. The sprawling two-storey space, designed with geometric Art Deco arches, pastel hues, and brass accents, centers around a dramatic horseshoe bar alongside plush dining booths, an open kitchen, and a seasonal sidewalk patio for prime King West people-watching.

Oretta Menu & What to Order The kitchen leans into regional Italian classics executed with crisp precision, starting with the crunchy Cavoletti salad—shaved Brussels sprouts tossed with pecorino, toasted almonds, and crispy prosciutto—and blistered wood-fired pizzas like the Piemonte. Fresh handmade pasta shines across the menu, particularly the rich Cavatelli alla Vodka and pillowy truffle-kissed gnocchi, paired effortlessly with an Aperol Spritz or a dry Italian red. Vegetarians have abundant options across the antipasti and pasta roster, though saving space for the classic house tiramisù is non-negotiable.

Know Before You Go Reservations via OpenTable are strongly recommended for weekend dinners and lively weekend brunches, though walk-ins can often snag seats at the central horseshoe bar for quick aperitivo drinks and snacks. Street parking along King West is scarce, so taking the 504 King streetcar or a rideshare is your best option. The restaurant is open seven days a week, opening at 11:30 a.m. for weekday lunch and 10:00 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays for brunch.