Rating: NNN
Make the most of the season by taking the midday meal in the open air at spots like these.
(89 Harbord, at Spadina, 416-928-0926) A delightful addition to the Harbord dining strip, this latin cantina with attitude offers first-rate dinners with a South American twist. Couple a well- selected and reasonably priced wine list with former Xango staff and subtle fireworks happen. Best: pumpkin-seed-encrusted roast chicken breast with Asian greens, new-potato hash browns and smoked chipotle jus grilled lemon-grass Atlantic salmon with sticky-rice tartare and avocados chili-marinated pork tenderloin with grilled veggie ‘n’ yucca terrine salmon ceviche with mango-pineapple salsa ham, pork and Swiss pressed Cubano sandwich tiramisu-like coffee-tres-leches trifle. Complete dinners for $30 per person ($17 at lunch or brunch), including all taxes, tip and a glass of wine. Open Tuesday to Friday 11:30 am to 11 pm, Saturday and Sunday 11 am to 11 pm. Brunch Saturday and Sunday to 4 pm. Closed Monday. Fully licensed. Access: three steps at door, washrooms in basement. Rating: NNN