Kanari Restaurant

Really enjoyed my meal here. The creamy pasta with beef was rich and flavorful, and the bingsu was refreshing and not overly sweet, definitely worth trying. The atmosphere is cozy and relaxing, perfect for dinner and drinks. The staff were very friendly and attentive, which made the whole experience even better. Will definitely come back!

I think the food here is a hit or miss sometimes. Ive been here twice, one time being super amazing I wanted to eat more! The second time coming everything was either too spicy or didnt taste as good.

Nice asian fusion place in the village. Menu has a nice variety of different types of dishes and everything tasted great. They also have a nice drink menu with a good selection of soju and sake. Staff were great and very accommodating to my friend's dietary requirements .

My best korean restaurant in Toronto! So many times I have visit. The atmosphere is great, every single dish is delicious, and the owner is very very kind. Beer tower is amazing and it maintains the temperature I luv it!!

Definitely one of the best Korean bars in Toronto! The place is spacious, super clean, and beautifully designed with a classy vibe. The food tastes amazing and looks just as good. What really stands out is the service – the staff and the owner are incredibly friendly and make you feel so comfortable. They explain the dishes really well, so it’s easy to try something new without feeling intimidated. I keep coming back because of the great people and the atmosphere. Honestly, the coolest Korean bar in the city – 100% worth a visit🫶🏻

🌟 The food was outstanding — beautifully plated, full of flavour, and well-balanced. I especially recommend the [insert your favorite dish here, e.g., "Creamy Beef Belly Chili Pasta"] — rich, creamy, and perfectly spiced. 🌟 The service was warm and attentive. Staff made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in and were happy to answer our questions about the menu. 🌟 The atmosphere was cozy yet modern — a great place to enjoy dinner with friends or for a special night out.

Initially, the food tasted pretty good. The pasta was flavorful and the beef tartare was also presented well. HOWEVER, from that night, we suffered from extreme food poisoning and threw up for two days straight. I wish the restaurant would be more mindful of their hygiene or the quality of ingredients. I would not go back due to this traumatizing experience… ☹️

I visited for dinner and every dish was absolutely delicious! We had the Octo Steak, Creamy Beef Belly Chili Pasta, and Galbi Chicken. [Creamy Beef Belly Chili Pasta] It is a must-try!! It felt like a perfect balance between an oil-based and creamy pasta—the rich, creamy flavor paired with the subtle heat was incredibly harmonious. Honestly, it was better than most pastas I’ve had at Italian restaurants. [Octo steak] The octopus was unbelievably tender and paired so well with the crispy fried vegetables and mashed potatoes. [Galbi chicken] I’ve tried Korean fried chicken at many places in Toronto, but Kanari’s Galbi Chicken is top-tier. The meat was thick and juicy, and the sauce reminded me of a soy garlic flavor—absolutely delicious. The food also pairs really well with drinks, making it a great spot to enjoy with alcohol. On top of that, the servers were incredibly friendly and attentive. They explained each dish in detail, which made the experience even better. This place is perfect for a casual dinner or a slightly more special evening out. Highly recommend!

Really enjoyed our meal here. The creamy pasta with beef was rich and flavorful and the Bingsu was refreshing and not overly sweet, definitely worth trying. The atmosphere is cozy and relaxing, perfect for dinner and drinks. The staff were very friendly and attentive, which made the whole experience even better. Will definitely come back and highly recommend.

Does Kanari mean Korean Canari which gives a luck and hope? Not sure about the name but when I entered the room I was surprised how spacious (almost like a fancy lounge) and chairs seemed very comfortable and really liked big tables. I was greeted by both owner and wait staff, Hoon. They both were super friendly and treated us like friends or neighbors they have known for a long time. We immediately felt very comfortable to be there. Chicken Yu rin gi was very tasty and it went well with Asahi on draft. Owner( sorry I did not get your name) explained that they spend a lot of time to make the sauce with a bunch of vegetable stock. After Yu rin gi shared by two girls and the tower of draft beer, we were getting full and wanted to order a light dish. Hoon, our wait staff listened to what we wanted and recommended perfect food which was Tuna tataki. Tuna tataki was very refershing. Did not have a chance to try other food like galbi chicken, pork ribs, sukiyaki, pork belly bean sprouts stirfry. Definately need to go back for more drinks and food! Thanks again for your great hospitality!

If there is 10 stars, this restaurant I would have given them 10/10. The servers and the owner were super nice and considerate. When we got in, it was not busy, we got a big table for stroll putting close by. There were balloons along the wall, my baby was playing with it. We took a little bit longer time to figure out our orders. They were so patient to explain. Because we don't drink Korean Sojiu much, so combo was not working for us. We got some recommendations from the server, got Sukiyaki (beef hotpot) and Chipotle Pork Rib Tower. I personally love the Pork Rib Tower more. It was really tender and delicious with Chipotle sauce. And the Beef Hotpot has tofu and some veggies with Beef. They don't come with Rice, but my kid loves rice. If rice is unlimited, I guessed we could eat a lot with these delicious dishes. The owner lady was so excited to play with my daughter. She loves kids so much, but she devoted herself to this business. She gave my daughter some shrimp chips as well. If we live close by downtown, we absolutely come more often.

The restaurant is new so it was still pretty empty. It's got cool decorations like art and light fixtures. They've got some exciting menu offerings and I would definitely go back and try more stuff, but this time we got the kalbi fried chicken and creamy beef pasta. The fried chicken was perfect and the pasta was good but I'd want to try something a little more authentic next time.

Came here last week during the holidays. Tables filled up quick after we were seated! They have quite a menu, i wanted to try so many things. The honey garlic butter pancakes really stood out. Cute wreath presentation as well. Want to try the beef tartare next time! Saw that they came in two ice cream cones!

I'm surprised some of the reviews are saying that the food wasn't anything special, because I definitely thought Kanari had one of the more unique and well executed menus I've tried in recent memory. These are dishes and flavors that I have not tried anywhere else. I liked every dish, but my favorite was by far the Creamy Beef Belly Chili Pasta. This is a must try in my opinion. I also appreciated that the prices were very reasonable, at least compared to other downtown restaurants. We ordered a fair bit for a group of 14, and it ended up being under $50 all in each, which included some drinks. Without the drinks, it probably would have been $35, which is very good for the more upscale vibe and menu! I did come here for a birthday with a bigger group and I will say that the space is a bit awkward. They have a lot of space in the front which is unutilized and all the tables are in the back. For a larger group like ours, it was a bit hard to sit in a way that we could actually talk. But I think it would be a good place for a date, especially as it is not too loud or busy from my experience.

Visited Kanari on a weekend evening to get some food and drinks. It has a very modern interior, all black inside so it might be hard to see the menu for some people. There is paid street parking outside. The food is very beautifully plated and I loved the dish that the server recommended - Foie Gras & Steak Donburi. It was super rich and flavourful that I wish they included more rice in donburi. Overall, the servers were very attentive and constantly came to check on us and refill water. I would definitely be back again!

Recently visited & found the experience underwhelming. We ordered the army stew $36, salmon tataki $17 & lobster rose pasta $32 along with a few cocktails. While the presentation was nice, the flavours were just average. The pasta + stew were just mediocre & the portion size didn't feel worth the price. The only thing that was good was the salmon tataki which was fresh but nothing standout to justify the cost. Nothing special about the drinks either. The restaurant feels overpriced for the quality & portions they offer. It's a modern spot with a nice ambiance, but I wouldn't rush back. There is paid parking garage across the restaurant as well as paid street parking. The space was smaller than expected & tables are a bit close to each other.

Although we made an early reservation, there were still plenty of open tables until 7 PM. The restaurant offers all the basic services, and the dishes were served promptly. The three of us ordered four dishes, which were enough to fill us up. The salmon tataki was impressively seasoned--the yuzu salsa and balsamic glaze added a unique aroma. Recommended. The rib tower felt more like style over substance. The thick sauce resembled traditional Korean fried chicken glaze--it was overwhelming after a few bites. The meat itself was tender but mot crispy. Unremarkable. As for the signature dish OCTO steak, if I disregard the almost forgettable steak and focus only on the octopus, mashed potatoes, and seasoning, I'd say it was the best dish of the night. The octopus was crispy on the outside and tender inside, cooked to perfection, and paired wonderfully with the slightly sweet mashed potatoes. Highly recommended. The beef pasta, however, lacked cohesion--the ingredients felt separate rather than harmonized. Not recommended.

Ate here the other night with a friend. Its new take on a Korean restaurant and has a very young crowd, most seem to be either in University or newly graduated. It was extremely noisy and I couldn't talk to the other person I came with without shouting or repeating myself several times which was annoying. Of course the service was great and food was pretty good as well. I had the Udon with Beef, I think they called it Kaki Udon. Anyway, I don't think I will be back because it was hard to relax with the place so noisy, definitely for a younger crowd than me, but if you are young and like that type of a place its recommended

Great new korean restaurant & bar! Seating is comfortable and the ceiling is high, so it doesn't feel crowded or too noisy. The food portions are large with unique presentation. The restaurant is clean with friendly staff

The food was excellent, as was the service. The problem is with the ambience. We were a large group and were seated in the far right corner. It was so dark, everyone had to use their camera, flashlights to read the menu. As well, the music was blasting loud so everyone at the restaurant was yelling at each other to be heard. it was incredibly unpleasant. I asked the server to turn the music down, which they did which somewhat moderated the noise. But the other groups of people were very loud, and the hard surfaces of the room made it all echo. Even though the food was so good, I would not return unless/until the noise issue is resolved. If I were just reviewing the food, I would give it five stars.

Visiting from Los Angeles and arriving late and hungry, this place filled the bill to a T. Tried the Yaki Udon and I have to say, haven't had it this good ever. If you are in this area, eating here is a MUST

Great service and clean restaurant. Good value.I didn't feel as though the food was authentic korean flavors. It didn't taste like korean flavors that I've had in the past.