Astoria
390 Danforth, at Chester, 416-463-2838, astoriashishkebobhouse.com
Though it looks virtually the same as every other resto on the Avenue – faux finished walls, 90s-style halogen spots, vines of plastic grapes overhead – this family-style taverna, like many of Toronto’s top boîtes regardless of genre, has one up on the neighbouring competition: an open kitchen staffed by Sri Lankan cooks. Perhaps that explains the out-of-the-ordinary attention given to grilled-to-order lamb souvlaki with tzatziki and perfectly executed calamari.
Runner-up
Mr. Greek 526 Danforth, and others, 416-461-3434, mrgreek.com
