Zee Grill

What is Zee Grill? Anchoring Mount Pleasant Road just south of Eglinton since 1981, Zee Grill (also known as Phebe’s Oyster Bar) is one of Midtown Toronto's most enduring seafood institutions. Founded by chef Jac Eckhardt and sommelier Beth Eckhardt, the space pairs warm neighbourhood familiarity with low lighting, wrought-iron touches, and classic table seating alongside a working oyster counter. It remains an unpretentious, reliable haven tailored for seafood purists rather than downtown trend-seekers.

Zee Grill Menu & What to Order The kitchen is driven by market-fresh catches and shellfish sourced daily, anchored by a deep selection of freshly shucked East and West Coast oysters on ice. Standout orders include the roasted half lobster with drawn butter, the daily market fish feature, and a generous Maine-style lobster roll. Round out the meal with New England clam chowder or bay scallops, paired with mineral-forward whites from the seafood-centric wine list.

Know Before You Go Tables fill quickly with multi-generational regulars, so booking ahead by phone is strongly advised, and parties of five or more must reserve in advance. Street parking along Mount Pleasant is relatively accessible, and the restaurant is an easy bus connection or stroll east from Eglinton subway station. Service runs exclusively for dinner Tuesday through Saturday, remaining closed on Sundays and Mondays.