Public Gardens Toronto

Absolutely amazing, amazing, amazing! The vibes, the atmosphere, the food, the service — everything was perfect. We had to wait a little for a table, but it was 100% worth it. The Caesar salad was one of the best I’ve had in a long time, the pasta was delicious, and the drinks were spot on. The patio is absolutely stunning — such a beautiful place to relax and enjoy. It’s worth every penny. I’m definitely coming back!

Absolutely love the vibe at Public Gardens! I’ve been there a few times already, but this last visit was extra special – I sat on the patio for the first time and had such a great experience. The ambiance is super chill and cozy, perfect for catching up with friends. I highly recommend their Public Caesar – it’s honestly perfect, one of the best I’ve ever had. We always try different dishes, but the Public Caesar is definitely the highlight. A must-try! Everything about the place just feels good – can’t wait to go back!

Wow - 5/5. Loved the food, loved the vibes, overall great spot that’s worth a visit. Will definitely be back. We tried two pasta dishes and both exceeded expectations - dare I say one of the best in the city (in my opinion). Fairly portioned for price, can only speak for the pasta but it will have you full. Food was served decently quickly. Ambiance was fantastic as well. We came to enjoy the patio on a hot day, and remained fairly comfortable. The patio is shady and there were fans to help cool you down.

Here’s my (obviously subjective) take on this popular spot of this summer. Overall, I had a good first impression of this bar/restaurant and wouldn’t mind to come back sometime (if I can get a reservation). The vibe feels more New York than Italian, but it’s definitely aesthetic. The food was pretty good, and I loved the Espresso Martinis. The only downside was the long wait for our order. I get that the place was busy, but it still felt a bit excessive.

Food quality was good. It was a little bit spicy for me, I wish they told us before serving. Bellini drink was ok. Prices for food and drink was overpriced but it worth it. I loved the Pizza. Atmosphere was good but usually it is busy place no space to sit. you might be in line or wait more than 45min. However. We were lucky and were seated at bar.

We tried the ciao bella rigatoni and the mushroom fettuccine at this popular Italian restaurant, and had such a pleasant experience! I especially enjoyed the rigatoni as it had the perfect savoury flavour with a hint of heat. Happy hour is also 5-7pm so I definitely recommend getting a drink or two with your meal! Service was super attentive and extremely kind. The atmosphere is nice, although it would be great if there was some air conditioning (it gets pretty hot and humid). The restaurant is also very popular so make sure to book a reservation!

We had an incredible experience at Public Gardens thanks to our amazing server, Manuela. She was so kind, patient, and incredibly accommodating, making us feel welcome from the moment we sat down. We started with the raspberry martini, calamari, and mozzarella sticks — all fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. Manuela recommended the mortadella pizza, which was phenomenal. We also tried the Ciao Bella rigatoni, and honestly, it was by far the best pasta I’ve ever had — rich, perfectly cooked, and bursting with flavor. Manuela’s thoughtful service and fantastic recommendations made the entire evening memorable. We’ll definitely be back!

If there were more than 5 stars, I would give it to them. Bless their hearts. SERVICE: 1000000/10. yes, they took a REALLY long time with our food but granted every person at our table a free dessert in return for the inconvenience. Most places would offer just one, or nothing at all! We didn’t even complain, they came to us about their mistake. I’ve never felt more welcomed and respected. RESERVATIONS Everyone says it’s impossible to get reservations here. May be true. But we walked in on a Wednesday around 7:15pm, 5 people, no wait. We walked right in, best booth in the house, cute little corner. Could be luck, could not be. But whatever it was, super worth it! FOOD + VIBE Chill Italian place. You don’t need to dress up, but we did! Better to be overdressed than underdressed. But in all honestly, come well dressed. Doesn’t have to be a dress, but some nice pants, a cute top. It’s amazing Italian food. Great selection of foods, so many to choose from. Well seasoned for sure. They have a patio too but stick to the dinning room if ur looking for a restaurant vibe. PRICES Main dishes were priced reasonably. Drinks are expensive everywhere. Appetizers were pricey compared to portion sizes. Desserts were also on the pricier side but worth trying the hazelnut tiramisu(it was like a twist on a Ferraro Rocher). Just be aware they charge 20% gratuity on tables of 6 or more. Overall: definitely worth checking out and lives up to the hype