Toronto has emerged as North America’s first Michelin-recognized culinary destination in Canada, boasting a growing collection of award-winning restaurants. In 2022, the city received its first Michelin Guide, and now features 93 restaurants spanning diverse cuisines. This surge in recognition underscores Toronto’s rising status as a global food hub – a trend driven by increasing investment in fine dining and international culinary talent.
The Michelin Guide awards stars to restaurants based on quality, consistency, and distinctiveness. Two stars signify “exceptional cuisine, worth a detour,” while one star indicates “a very good restaurant in its category.” Bib Gourmand designations recognize restaurants offering high-quality food at moderate prices.
Here’s a breakdown of Toronto’s 14 Michelin-starred establishments:
One-Star Restaurants: The Core of Toronto’s Fine Dining
Edulis: This intimate restaurant offers a rotating tasting menu focused on seasonal seafood and wild mushrooms. It operates without à la carte options and does not accommodate vegetarian or vegan diets. Price: $200 per person for dinner, $100 for lunch. Location: 169 Niagara St.
Quetzal: A high-end Mexican restaurant centered around an open-fire kitchen. The menu features regional dishes cooked over wood and charcoal. Price: Mains from $30+, tasting menu at $150. Location: 419 College St.
Alo: A modern French restaurant known for luxury ingredients and refined plating. It offers a tasting menu alongside a more casual à la carte option in the attache lounge. Reservations open on the first Tuesday of each month. Price: $225 per person. Location: 163 Spadina Ave.
Osteria Giulia: Specializing in Ligurian coastal Italian cuisine, with a focus on seafood and handmade pasta. The menu is regionally specific, offering distinct dishes not found in broader Italian restaurants. Price: Mains from $40+. Location: 134 Avenue Rd.
Sushi Masaki Saito: Serves high-end Edomae sushi with meticulous attention to detail. The restaurant operates on an omakase (chef’s choice) basis, changing daily based on availability. Price: $780 per person. Location: 88 Avenue Rd.
Enigma Yorkville: Uses modernist gastronomy to create globally inspired tasting menus. The restaurant incorporates techniques like gel reductions and controlled temperature cooking. Price: Tasting menu from $165 per person. Location: 23 St Thomas St.
Restaurant 20 Victoria: A small, seafood-heavy tasting menu focused on Ontario fish and shellfish. The dining room offers a fixed menu that changes nightly. Price: $195 per person. Location: 20 Victoria St.
aKin: Offers modern Asian-inspired tasting menus, including a pricier chef’s counter option with enhanced ingredients. The restaurant does not accommodate dietary restrictions. Price: From $225 per person. Location: 51 Colborne St.
Don Alfonso 1890: A high-end Italian restaurant specializing in dishes from southern Italy. Expect seafood, citrus, and handmade pastas. Price: Tasting menu from $225 per person. Location: 1 Harbour Square 38th Floor.
DaNico: Blends authentic Italian flavors with subtle Asian influences in a rich, art-filled setting. The restaurant offers both fixed-price à la carte and multi-course tasting menus. Price: Fixed-price menu from $160 per person. Location: 169 King St E.
Kappo Sato: Serves a Japanese kappo-style omakase menu overseen by Chef Takeshi Sato. Expect seasonal seafood flown in from Japan. Price: From $350 per person. Location: 575 Mt Pleasant Rd.
Shoushin: An Edomae-style sushi bar serving wild-caught fish behind a 200-year-old hinoki wood counter. The restaurant offers an omakase menu with varying price points. Price: From $420 per person. Location: 3328 Yonge St.
Kaiseki Yu-zen Hashimoto: Serves a formal, traditional kaiseki meal following a fixed order with small portions and minimal seasoning. Price: $350 per person. Location: 6 Sakura Way, North York.
Temporary Closure: Aburi Hana
Aburi Hana is currently closed but plans to reopen with a new concept. As of November 2025, no details have been released. Location: 102 Yorkville Ave.
Toronto’s Michelin-starred restaurants represent a vibrant and evolving fine dining scene. Reservations are essential for almost all establishments, particularly during peak seasons like the 2026 World Cup. These awards not only elevate Toronto’s culinary profile but also reflect the city’s increasing investment in high-end dining experiences, attracting both local and international food enthusiasts.
