Winterlicious has kicked off in Toronto, offering residents a chance to enjoy the city’s diverse food scene while staying on budget.
This year, more than 240 Toronto restaurants will be offering three-course prix fixe menus across the city from Jan. 30 to Feb. 12, with plenty of delicious flavours waiting to be discovered and celebrated.
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The festival offers deals that can satisfy you without breaking the bank, with lunch deals ranging from $20 to $55, while dinner goes from $25 to $75.
With plenty of menus to choose from, and reservations now open, Now Toronto compiled a list of restaurants for every budget that you could visit this festival.
UNDER $30
Bar Bacan
Address: 369 Roncesvalles Ave.
Take a flavourful trip to South America without leaving Toronto, and within your budget, by visiting Bar Bacan. With locally-sourced, fresh ingredients, and flavours inspired by authentic Argentinian and Venezuelan cuisine, this spot offers classics like spinach buñuelos, arepas, and alfajor in its Winterlicious $20 lunch menu and $25 dinner menu.
Tokyo Grill
Address: 5175 Yonge St.
Tokyo Grill promises to make you feel right at home with authentic Japanese flavours combined with a welcoming ambiance and warm service. During Winterlicious, you can try some home-style goods, including octopus balls, pork katsu bento, and green tea cheesecake for only $20 during lunch and $25 for dinner.
Kothur Indian Cuisine
Address: 2403 Lake Shore Blvd W.
Named after its founder’s birthplace, Kothur honours the Indian traditions he grew up with, from rich flavours, to house-made spice blends, to quality ingredients. For only $20 for lunch and $25 for dinner, visitors can try classics like minced goat kabab, mixed vegetable curry, and rice pudding this Winterlicious.
FROM $25 TO $45
Fallen Feather
Address: 217 Ossington Ave.
Known for creative dishes, beautiful presentation, and an elegant atmosphere, this restaurant offers a unique dining experience with a fusion of Asian and French cuisines. Fallen Feather’s Winterlicious menus offer dishes like shrimp jang, creamy gochujang pasta, and cheesecake for $27 during lunch and $35 during dinner.
Pulcinella Ristorante Italiano
Address: 3687 Lake Shore Blvd. W.
This Etobicoke spot offers Italian favourites prepared by an expert team, combined with a cozy atmosphere and warm service. There’s also live music on Fridays and Saturdays. During Winterlicious, Pulcinella is offering a $34 lunch menu and $45 dinner menu, with classics like caprese salad, penne alla vodka, and tiramisu.
Brownes Bistro
Address: 1251 Yonge St.
Another European spot worth a visit is Brownes Bistro in Rosedale, which has become a beloved spot in the area by paying homage to all things French. With a $34 lunch and $45 dinner Winterlicious menu, it offers bruschetta, Atlantic salmon, and hazelnut meringue.
FROM $40 TO $65
Sassafraz
Address: 100 Cumberland St.
At the heart of Yorkville, Sassafraz offers some exceptional Canadian flavours and a magical space that has ‘seen it all’ through decades of serving. With $41 lunch and $55 dinner menus, you can taste root vegetables salad, Canadian beef ribeye, and a flourless chocolate cake.
The Rabbit Hole
Address: 21 Adelaide St. W.
Guests can enjoy some familiar comfort classics found in a traditional British pub, along with some cheeky twists and elevated ambiance at The Rabbit Hole. This spot offers Caesar salad, roasted chicken and peach crumble in its $41 lunch and $55 dinner menus during Winterlicious.
Adega Restaurante
Address: 33 Elm St.
Traditional, old recipes meet modern flavours at this Portuguese spot that promises high-quality fresh fish and seafood dishes with a Mediterranean twist. Adega is offering a $48 lunch and $65 dinner during Winterlicious, which includes caldo verde soup, lobster ravioli, and pastel de nata.
ABOVE $55
Nami Japanese Restaurant
Address: 55 Adelaide St. E.
Operating in Toronto’s downtown core since 1984, this spot is the city’s oldest Japanese restaurant, and its flavours are said to take your palate on a trip to Kyoto. Nami’s Winterlicious menu includes sashimi, Wagyu steak, and miso cheesecake, and range from $55 for lunch and $75 for dinner.
est Restaurant
Address: 729 Queen St. E.
Led by Chef Jordan Diniz, est features dishes with high-quality ingredients, and tons of inspiration, with an Italian-French flavour. The Winterlicious menus include steak tartare, braised short rib, and roasted banana gelato, going for $55 during lunch and $75 for dinner.
Miller Tavern Uptown
Address: 3885 Yonge St.
Serving tradition with every bite, this historic Canadian tavern offers market-fresh food that is carefully crafted, accompanied by a great selection of wines, cocktails and premium spirits. For Winterlicious, Miller Tavern’s $55 lunch and $75 dinner menu includes creamy butternut squash soup, picanha steak, and sticky toffee pudding.
For more information about Winterlicious, including a full list of participating restaurants, visit the City of Toronto’s website.
