33 Best Restaurants in Toronto, From Québécois to Sushi | Condé Nast Traveler

"Toronto's in-the-know food obsessives clamor for tables at Bar Raval, a warm and bustling joint known for its stellar tapas and pintxos. If the dining room feels like something out of Barcelona, owners Grant van Gameren and Robin Goodfellow has done their jobs; after all, they used Raval, a neighborhood in the Spanish city, as inspiration for the sexy vibe and colorful decor. This is a tapas and pintxos menu, so be prepared to order lots of stuff and share it. The house-smoked mussels with chili and fennel are an addictive must-try, as is the pancetta with rhubarb. There are also straightforward, classic dishes such as plates of excellent manchego and Serrano ham. The cocktail list is also good, with creative concoctions paired with clever menu descriptions. Into The Sun—"This tangy gin cocktail will undoubtedly, absolutely, unequivocally stop you from getting burned by the sun"—combines Beefeater, lemon, honey, sherry, housemade aquavit, apricot, and celery." - Todd Plummer