Speducci Mercatto

Had the absolute pleasure of hosting our intimate wedding ceremony and reception in their event space and it was perfect! The food was delicious and generous enough that everyone had leftovers to take home. The space was exactly what we were looking for and fit with our simple decor. It was private and away from the main restaurant. We dealt with Emma to organize the event and detail our lunch- she was great and attentive to our needs. It was a first for many of our guests but definitely not the last as everyone enjoyed the food, service and overall ambiance of the space. Can’t wait to come back. Thank you to the team for really making our day special!

Decided to try this restaurant on a hunch, and was pleasantly surprised. The restaurant was tucked away in the midst of industrial zone, with a small market attached. The market was closed after my meal, though they had a good selection of wines, olive oils, and some fresh pasta. For appetizers, we had lamb speducci, which was not listed in any menus, but the lamb skewers were amazing. The steak and egg from the brunch menu is amazing, my steak was perfectly cooked to order, and the smashed potatoes were a hit. The cheesecake and tiramisu desserts were also great, with a bit of a show as presentation. Our server, Chris, did a good job with our table.

Follow @bredgyeats for more food posts! This special night at Speducci started on a brilliantly high note. Lamb skewers are exceptionally juicy and tender, with a captivatingly colourful char and perfect medium-rare pink center. Seasoned with the perfect amount of salt, it lets the rich, caprine aromas shine. I normally don’t order charcuterie boards, but it’s hard to pass when they cure their own meats, and the difference is evident. Each day you’ll get something different, but no matter what, it’ll always be thoughtfully curated. The strozzapreti allo scoglio features a whole mosaic of seafood and a unique pasta shape that looks way too similar to pieces of squid. While short, its twisted shape allows it to carry the white wine and cherry tomato broth that’s light yet flavourful, balancing seafood sweetness, tangy tomatoes, wine and olive oil. The Neapolitan-style pizza is charred for a crackly crust, while the thin undercarriage balances the sublime tangy red sauce, bitter radicchio, and maple-smoked pancetta for a bite that has everything. A fleeting moment that needed savouring, as the chef's special of the day was a fulfilling serving of ravioli with a nutty, subtly sweet butternut squash puree. The pasta has a pleasant, chewy al dente texture, coated in an incredibly rich and creamy gorgonzola sauce, and whispers of cheesy funk. The crushed amaretti cookies and toasted walnuts were mesmerizing, adding a much-needed contrast. The almond cookies add a marzipan-like sweetness to counteract the cheesy sauce and contribute a crunchy, nutty textural variance. We finished our meal with a modern spin on the classic tiramisu, with a spongy and moist dark chocolate cake concealed under a silky mascarpone cream. The richer cheesiness is an appealing contrast to the amarena cherries, bringing a sweet-tart acidity and slight crispness of the skin, which bursts with juice when bitten. Then, milk chocolate is shaved on top to complete the black forest flavour profile with an added cocoa depth, while the distinct booziness reminds you somewhat that it’s a tiramisu-ish.

Speducci Mercatto in Burlington is a modern Italian eatery and market that combines the feel of a casual café with the charm of an authentic Italian deli. The space is bright, clean, and welcoming, offering both dine-in and takeout options. Guests can browse a variety of imported Italian products — from olive oils and pastas to cured meats and cheeses — or enjoy freshly prepared meals from the kitchen. The menu focuses on simple, high-quality ingredients and traditional flavours. Dishes like handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza, and grilled meats stand out for their freshness and balanced seasoning. The portions are reasonable, and presentation is elegant without being pretentious. Service is generally friendly and efficient, creating an easy-going dining experience that works well for lunch, dinner, or even a quick coffee break. Speducci Mercatto also offers a selection of wines and espresso-based drinks that pair nicely with their menu. Prices are fair considering the quality, and the atmosphere is relaxed — ideal for both casual diners and food enthusiasts looking to taste a bit of Italy in Burlington. Overall, it’s a pleasant spot for anyone who enjoys authentic Italian food in a modern and approachable setting.

A true hidden gem! I loved the cozy atmosphere and the friendly yet professional staff. Our server was very attentive and made the experience even better. The food was excellent, and the Italian dessert sampling was such a fun and enjoyable touch. Highly recommend!

Had an overall amazing experience. Servers were fast and the interior was rustic. The octopus was super tasty, but the chips were mildly soggy/oily. The tuna was solid but wasn’t the best - it had an unpleasant fishy ness to it, but it wasn’t too noticeable. The lamb ragu pasta was good but I felt it lacked flavour. The cacio e pepe was good too but once again, lacked a distinct flavour. The Chilean sea bass was perfectly cooked and the lettuce paired amazingly with it. The lamb chops were delicious, but I found the portion lacking. The desserts across Italy were fun but didn’t taste the best - either too sweet or odd, save a few exceptions. The tiramisu tasted great though.

If you’re craving authentic Italian comfort food, this restaurant is a gem. The handmade pastas are on another level—fresh, perfectly textured, and paired with sauces that taste like they’ve been simmered with love for hours. You can really tell the difference compared to mass-produced pasta. The Italian-style pizzas are just as impressive: thin, crispy crusts with just the right amount of chew, fresh toppings, and that beautiful balance of flavors that makes every bite feel light yet satisfying. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, perfect for both a cozy dinner or a night out with friends. Service is attentive without being rushed, and the staff really know their menu—they’re happy to recommend pairings that elevate the meal even more. Overall, it’s the kind of place that makes you want to come back again and again. A true taste of Italy right here.

Absolutely Amazing! I had an incredible experience at Speducci Mercatto! The service was outstanding — friendly, attentive, and welcoming from the moment we walked in. And the pizza? Absolutely delicious — one of the best I’ve had in the city! Every bite was full of flavor and made to perfection. This place is a true gem. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for amazing food, great atmosphere, and top-notch service. I’ll definitely be coming back!

Food was perfect. They were very flexible creating a vegetarian pasta for me that was not offered on the menu. Good service and busy ambiance

Came here for a work event and there were some ups and downs. Beer was great, portions were not. Service was excellent and also the restaurant was roomy and had both indoor and outdoor space. Had to ding one star because I left hungry. Chicken was really good.

Amazing food! Good vibe and service. I would recommend this place and would come back.

I came here for a business lunch recently, originally we had been scheduled for Joey Yorkdale...am I ever glad we made the switch! This place was the definition of a hidden gem. It's in an industrial area with minimal parking. The front is a store/bakery/deli and in the back is the restaurant. It's fairly small and it was packed when we got there. Good sign! Our server was amazing. He was friendly and engaging, getting us to try this new beer that came in a corked bottle (fun!). He even got me to try a glass, and I'm no beer drinker. I liked it! I got the steak panini, and it was massive! Very filling, very delicious. The fries were pretty decent as well. Prices were very reasonable, especially for what you get. I would definitely return to try something new!

This place is a gem. Clean, modern style, the shop is easy to navigate, The food is delicious. They have a bakery, meats, cheeses, wine and Italian items, great quality - some higher end items. Never been, but curious? If you're in the neighbourhood, stop by for lunch, check the place out. Worth it!

Very cool hidden event space with a restaurant and a grocery store. So its a 3 in 1. Loved the food and the service.

Recent weekend visit was disappointing. The quantity has shrunk, prices have gone up and quality is not there. The bread was stale on the steak sandwich. They tried to mask it by toasting it but it just ended up crumbling. The steak was barely visible and over cooked. Very disappointing. I get prices have gone up every where and I don't mind spending $$ but for half the quantity and sub par flavour. I'll take a pass.

After Suresh Doss wrote about this place, I knew it was just a matter of time before I was sitting down for a meal. I got my opportunity on a rainy Wednesday and we were immediately seated at a table within the empty restaurant. (I guess it helps when you arrive at around 11:15.) Anyway, a quick perusal of the menu led me to the Wild Boar Strozzapretti ("Chef Gabriele Specialty"). It arrived about 10 minutes later and it's fine. Fine but not amazing, which is what I was hoping for. The meat in the sauce is cooked perfectly (i.e. it's not bouncy or overly gamey), but it's also a little one-note in terms of its flavors. There's not really any depth or complexity here, which meant that I kind of grew tired of it after just a few bites. I will give credit to the chef, though, the included giardiniera and fresh cheese did help alleviate the sameness of the concoction. I should also add that the pasta itself was probably a little more well done than I generally prefer (i.e. nobody would ever call it al dente). Would I ultimately say this dish was worth $20? Probably not, but I feel like I might've just ordered the wrong thing. (My dining companion was very happy with his prosciutto sandwich.)

Despite being tucked away in an industrial area, this place can get crazy busy at lunch time. My coworkers and I have been coming here for a while now, and the food has never disappointed. Service is quite rushed when it's super busy, but mostly efficient and friendly. They have great sandwiches, salads and pizzas - plus more items that I haven't yet tried. My favourite is their white pizza with prosciutto and arugula and they often switch up the cheese from bufala mozzarella to fior di latte. Always fantastic and enough to share, unless you have a monster appetite! Their salads are huge, and full of great ingredients - nothing boring here! I will usually add a few chicken skewers (speducci) to a salad, too. They also have an incredible selection of deli items, but I haven't bought anything in there (yet) so I can't comment on those. However, I would expect the quality would be just as high as the food they serve in the restaurant. This is one of my favourite lunch spots and I'm sure I'll be back again and again. We just need to go early to avoid a long wait.

Speducci Mercatto is a hidden gem! Between the two of us, we shared the Speducci salad, sage butter ravioli and the steak sandwich. The Speducci salad contains the usual mixed greens with a choice of 5 speducci between chicken, beef and lamb. Since we don't eat lamb, we choose a mixture of beef and chicken. The speducci tasted quite gamey. I suspect it is because they just grilled a large amount of lamb speducci for another party. Even though they are famous for their speducci, I don't think I will order them again. The sage butter ravioli was amazing! The pasta skin was thin and supple. The sage butter sauce totally hits the spot. I couldn't pick out the sage flavour, but it just tasted amazing without being over-the-top buttery. They were extremely generous with their portions, there were approx 20 raviolis. The only thing I wish was that there was a bit more ricotta filling. But it's understandable as it might be difficult with the delicate pasta. For the steak sandwich we added provolone to it as I was worried it might be on the dry side. Both of us were really happy with the sandwich. The beef was well seasoned and thinly sliced. The bread was soft and airy. The service was welcoming and attentive. The food came quite quickly despite it being at 80% capacity when we dined. I would totally come here again to try their other fresh pasta dishes! P.S. They also have a very extensive fresh meat and prosciutto counter!

We have been coming here for several years, but a recent visit will be our last. There seem to be new owners, and certainly a new chef. The market looks bare, the fabulous sausage, and meat room is a shadow of its former self, and is filled largely with bottled goods. The porchetta in the meat counter was tiny and unappealing. Worse, was the meal: many dishes were ill conceived; all were poorly executed; and none, or even good, let alone great. (who put lettuce on a pizza? Really?!] What a change from its former self and glory. Incredibly they no longer have baby seats, high chairs or boosters.

1. waitress was not nice,,,,rude,,,no reason,, - incomprehensiible 2.They don't have bottle of sparking water ,, waitress said "we have own sparkling water,,, " ha~ha~ha~ Sparkling water from Carbonate sparkling water maker!!! OMG $5 dollars Seriously !!!! 3. 40 dollars Risotto was Extreme SALTY 4.Decaf espresso was looks&taste like just bold coffee,,,,, Waitress said "Decaf espresso has no CREMA" it was so funny answer lol Even I gave 20 dollars tips for them,,, Obviously Worst Italian Restaurant in my life ,,

I recently returned to have lunch and was somewhat disappointed.the porchetta sandwich with rapini and cheese was dry and scarce with filling. At $19.00. The wild boar strozzapretti seemed to float in a meat broth and was too soupy. Expected a much more bound sauce at $30.00 a plate. Service was impeccable though

Went to lunch at this restaurant. Interior is really nicely decorated. Servers were very attentive. This Restaurants menu serves Italian foods like pizza, pasta and sandwiches. Prices of the items on the menu for a bit High compared to portion sizes but we're done the less tasty. In my opinion the lasagna for the bit on the saltier side. The Margarita Pizza was quite fresh and the crust was thin. The Porsche Ito sign language was not worth the price as it was just very with a couple slices of prosciutto. When going to this restaurant they also have a store section where you can buy fresh prosciutto, tomato sauces, pasta. Almost like a mini Italian supermarket.

Incredible food, great vibe and am ambiance. not only is the menu fantastic their specials are always very unique and interesting . My personal favourite is the Norma Calabrese, Salumi board and the tomahawk.

Small expensive menu in a converted industrial building in the middle of nowhere. An Italian restaurant with no seafood, unusual. Cheese board to serve 6 for $60. Barely served 3. Tried to upsell us on wine. Took us to a table where wine started at $80 and up to over $200 a bottle. Ordered beer, no draft, only had one brand of Italian bottled beer that I've had before in little Italy but they charged $25 plus tax and tip. Didn't advise of price before ordering and not on any menu. Unimpressed.

Best food around, excellent place to eat!! This place is a hidden gem it won't disappoint!

The food is exceptional, however, when I asked for a beer, I was encouraged to try a beer from Italy, the bottle was maybe 750ML. When I received the bill I wanted to vomit at a $25 price tag. That is completely unethical to pull that. Even worse when I received a cold should from a $5 tip. That's $30 in the garbage for a glass of beer between two people.

We came here for dinner. This place is hidden in a industrial area in the west toronto. The atmosphere was great, wasn't overly busy or wild. Our server Marco was great, super nice. Gave us some recommendations. Pizza of the day .

Fantastic. Visit every time I get to GTA. It's one of those places you wish you had in your own hometown. Fantastic lunches, fast service, great lunch crowd -lots of local business persons. Deli. Cheese and cured meats. Some of the best in Canada. You can even pick up a quick dinner to heat at home, Service is great.

Rosie, Rosana and the team at Speducci were great. Their customer service was exceptional and the food as always was sublime.

We loved this place because of the group table seating. You're surrounded by food on shelves that you can purchase . There's a butcher counter next to you, cheeses, meat drying area. We haven't even started to eat yet! Nice selection on the menu. I tried the Porchetta and Rapini Sandwich. My wife had the Arugula and Andouille Pizza. My sandwich was so warm and the Porchetta was thinly sliced with a crunchy outside. My wife's pizza was a nice sized rectangle served on on wooden platter. We bought some wild boar sausages and cheese. They ran out of the Pistachio Mortadella. So sad. We'll be back.

Thoroughly enjoyed the Prosciutto and Arugula pizza. Enough for two to share. Others had steak sandwich with various toppings. Also added a little of the spicy peppers that were on table to sandwich. Steak was tender and very flavorful. Loved the spicy pepper so much we bought a small jar. I'd highly recommend this resturant.

What an amazing hidden gem on a quiet street. This place is not only an eat in place; but also a butcher where you can buy meat to take home! There's also a section of other food such as, cheese, oils, etc to buy as well. We got the Margherita pizza which was delicious!!! We also got porchetta sandwiches which were mouth watering omg. Bread was super fresh and you could chose your own toppings (provolone, hot peppers, sweet peppers, etc) bf grabbed a craft beer which he enjoyed and I got a glass of Pinot Grigio! Our waiter was very attentive and polite.. service was amazing. Food was delicious. You need to go here.

Finally I got to hold the scissors to cut their pizza ! And what deliciousness ! Tucked away in an industrial area, this is a fabulous place to meet up with friends for pizza and lunch and maybe do a little shopping while eating !

What an awesome place . Food is amazing Super casual , made me feel like I was back in Italy . If you have an event they have a fantastic room in the back!

A cute little gem of a meat shop/restaurant in the fashion district. We were just passing by and decided to give it a try. They have a wide variety of meat that they supply to local restaurants and its delicious. A decent wine collection is on the menu and it pairs well with the food. We ordered a marg pizza , meatballs pasta and chicken parm sandwich. Everything was served hot and super tasty. The best was saved for the last the dessert tiramisu and coffee were amazing and we ended up ordering second servings. A must visit if in the area. Its not a traditional seating type restaurant has a rustic feel to it, enjoyed it a lot.

Wow, didn't expect much on the outside but it's a cool Italian vibe inside the restaurant. Their pastas are to die for, the wild boar pasta is a must try. I've also had some of their steaks which is on par with some of the nicer steak restaurants in Toronto. The price of their steaks are extremely reasonable but the quality is what gets it out of the park. They also have a great selection of wines and specialty Italian beers. The fact that it's two streets in half a major street is A little inconvenient but the place is packed with people knowing that the food there is something special.

What an incredible experience. Chef Paganelli has a nice concept here with community tables and restaurant and meat and cheese market going on.

Dear god! I cannot believe I am the first review of this hidden gem! The Salumi's are extraordinary, the steak is out of this world, service is great, Paganelli is at his finest!!! Love it love it love it!!!!

Owner was very rude. Had their nosed turned up to us the moment we arrived. Did not feel welcome.

Great place for lunch, Just around the corner from work. The porchetta sandwich and pizza are unbelievable here. Place is always busy but the staff always manage to be in good moods. There is a butcher in here as well.

An absolutely wonderful meal, great service and ambiance. I get hungry and happy just thinking about it.

I have only eaten here once. Had a pizza with fennel sausage and pistachios, butter sage ravioli and lamb speducc. The pizza was passable (gotta love pistachios on everything!), a little short on the salsiccia. I don't know why I order pizza out when my friend's mom makes the best pizza on the planet. The ravioli was nice, but too buttery! I know, how can there be too much butter on anything? But the lamb speducci? To die for! And fantastic value. $2 a stick. It's very busy at lunch, be prepared to eat communally. Great staff. Looking forward to eating there again!

Near perfect dining experience. Food was spectacular...sausage/pistachio pizza and pasta with wild boar ragu were both delicious! Place has a super cool vibe with butcher shop meets restaurant. Highly recommend if in the area!

Absolute favourite place to go for pizza and tiramisu. Best dough and sauce in a pizza I've ever had. My go-to order: the margherita pizza and porchetta sandwich. I also buy a jar of spicy oil sauce to bring home each time I visit!

I think, best Italian place in Toronto... they make real Italian food... fresh products... you can just enjoy this place without complain the food...

Nice venue,would go back. I think the experience would be even better if it wasn't the rush time during Friday lunch.

love love love speducci! There is nothing there that isn't good quality. The service is spectacular. Lili is a rockstar such a pro at recommending and pairing food items. they even have a line of candles and soaps which are amazing! Highly recommend!!! If you haven't been, then you should go

Delicious food!! Rude staff tho Otherwise love it!! We got a sandwich might have been the best sandwich we ever had

Hidden Gem! Best place for lunch and dinner, but they close pretty early. Best Pork sandwich and pizza. We tried almost everything. Pretty pack everyday.

Received a delicious food box as a gift . The food was fantastic. We saved some of the pizzas freezing them to eat at a later. We were so delighted with how fresh they were. The pasta s were very fresh and delicious.

Their Speducci and Porchetta sandwiches taste out of the world. Sometimes it gets bit crowded, but it is totally fine if you are a fan of Italian food.

The food is delicious and the atmosphere is great. Fantastic for events, Rose goes above and beyond to make sure everything is perfect. Need dinner on the go, their pasta, pizza and speducci are super tasty.

Food 5/5 (60% of final grade) The food is very fresh and evidently made on site. I went with my team from the company and was blown away! Even the bread they served first was soft and aromatic. The appetizer charcuterie board had an assortment of meats and cheeses paired with olives that appealed to a full spectrum of taste-buds-- from heavily fermented to lighter tastes. The provolone pizza that followed was thin-crust and for the first time in my pizza eating experience did I taste fresh tomatoes in the sauce-- not the heavily processed, MSG-filled, junk-food goodness in usual pizzas, but an evidently simple, effective, traditionally family-owned-Italian-recipe pizza sauce recipe. A vegetarian 4-ingredient tomato sauce penne and minced meat fusili followed. While the penne was succulent, I personally loved the minced meat fusili-- the pasta wasn't soft like usual at all, but had a bouncy texture that gave it great gourmet texture and feedback on the palate. A tomahawk was served next-- one was medium rare, the other was medium-well, and I loved the medium rare one. It was so tender, with the taste of the beef melting into your tongue along with the succulent meat itself. For dessert, a delicate platter of Italian desserts-- cannoli, tiramisu, lava-cake, and pistachio ice-cream. While normal pistachio ice-creams are just frozen fogs of greenness, this ice-cream was jam-packed with the nut itself and had a wonderfully crunchy texture I will not soon forget. The meal was finished with a choice of coffee (caf or decaf), americano, latte, or cappuccino. The latte was small, temperature was perfectly palatable (coffee is actually not supposed to be super hot when you drink it), milk was steamed with the texture of meringue while retaining its silky texture. Basically, the meal was perfect. Ambiance 3/5 (10% of final grade) At first sight there really was't anything to comment about in terms of the decor, and the big table we ate at was right in front of the meat fridge (so it almost felt like we were sitting in front of the cold cut aisle of the supermarket, except we didn't feel the cold). However, after awhile the inner decor kind of grows on you. It's a family-run store that knows exactly what it's doing, and is low-key enough for you to be perfectly comfortable without being blown away by the decor (which was minimal, really). The clear meat casing, hanging hams, and wall adorned by other products they sell were really homey though. In general, the place was small, but not cramped. Service 4/5 (10% of final grade) The servers were very friendly, and made sure not to be intrusive with their interactions with us while we were chatting away about our work. They were there, but not intrusive at all. The gentleman didn't have a specific alcoholic drink for one of my colleagues, so he conjured one up based on what my colleague drank prior, and my colleague absolutely loved his creation! Evidently, they were very attentive and had an attitude of quiet genuine servitude. The lady even asked if we wanted to save the bone from the tomahawk for a dog, if we happened to have one, but then the gentleman commented on the choking hazards of giving a dog a bone (which possibly saved my colleague's dog, as she was going to bring home the bone to her baby). Cost 4/5 (10% of final grade) For the food, it was ABSOLUTELY WORTH IT. 5/5 would be dirt cheap, so no 5/5 here, but for food of this quality, absolutely acceptable. Brownie Points 2.5/5 (10% of final grade) They have bottled Coke and Ginger-ale. That's retro and awesome (HEART) Final Grade = 87/100 = 5 Stars TLDR: The restaurant is tucked away in a sneaky little location, but trust, this is food I'll crave for again, soon. That fusili though.... Perfect for a nice little dinner out after shopping at the nearby Yorkdale that won't break the bank but would give you something to fan-girl to friends about later. This is the first 5 star I've given to a restaurant. Fun times, excellent food, superior service, amazing experience.

Speducci is a back road hidden gem sure to impress anyone looking for good quality fresh ingredients from start to finish. Since their specialty is meats and cured products, their charcuterie boards are especially remarkable. Their menu is small but, diverse enough to cater to different tastes. Their food is so good that I don't have a go-to; EVERYTHING is delicious. While not all the waitresses are as attentive as Rosie or the head waiter, management is never too far away and always ensuring everyone is happy.

Only thing better than the food here is the service, and the food is excellent. I've been here twice in the last week since arriving in Toronto and will be going back soon. All the wait staff are friendly and helpful. Can't wait to go back and try something new.

Speducci Mercatto.........Is a bit pretentious if you think this is an Italian restaurant, ....... or market? This is nothing more than an Italian wanna-be restaurant from Woodbridge, ONT in Toronto. Here is the other take on this place: a couple of times I have been there and the speducci ( the house specialty) were under cooked, pizza was half cooked, the veal sandwich was .... where is the veal?.........second and last time for me. Also consider this that Speducci are also known as arrosticini (rustelle or arrustelle in the local italian dialects, spiedini is the other name for this), and are typically made from castrated sheep's meat (mutton), or lamb, cut in chunks and pierced by a skewer, not chicken. The speducci is grilled on a brazier with a typically elongated shape, called canala as it resembles a gutter, I didn't see any of that or at least this was not how it was explained by the staff how they make it and cook.

I love this cafe/restuarant/butcher shop - they also cater and have an event room. I had lunch there and all I can say is the food is excellent - the service and staff equally so! Great prices and there is nothing on the menu I wouldn't recommend. The lamb speducci's are my absolute favourite now. You've got to try it - guaranteed you will return - again and again.