ADEGA
Portuguese

The rustic Mediterranean atmosphere charms everyone, especially those venturing into the underground wine cellar (adega in Portuguese) that doubles as a cigar room. Featuring Iberian classics such as succulent octopus, mouth-watering squid, and a vast assortment of fresh fish and seafood; also tantalizing with tender fowl and game. Several Ports and Madieras, enjoyed by the glass, offer a splendid finale for this excellent spot, worth many visits.

33 Elm Street       (416) 977-4338

CANOE & JUMP CAFÉ & BAR

Uniquely located on the 54th floor of the Toronto Dominion Bank Tower is one of Canada's finest restaurants. The design is clean, simple and unpretentious, yet absolutely stylish. It's big and bold, with a spectacular bar and absolutely breathtaking view that makes it one of T.O.'s hottest after-work destinations. Canoe brings a passion for food, wine and innovation to the heart of Toronto's business and theatre district. Definitive Canadian cuisine, using many indigenous and local products.

Canoe: T-D Centre, 54th floor      (416) 364-0054
Jump: Commerce Court East      (416) 363-3400

CHIADO
Portuguese

Named for Lisbon's oldest neighborhood, where great food and wine were enjoyed in wonderful bistrettos. A long dining room, resplendent with paintings, is the setting for thoughtful, attentive service mixing a quiet convivality with romantic tables. The chefs achieve great intensity of flavours in their creations by using only fresh fish, farm-raised capon and free-range chicken. Focusing on a Mediterranean diet that uses herb-infused oils, olive oil, and savory reduction sauces. Chiado has the largest collection of fine Portuguese wines in North America, and superb Vintage Ports.

864 College Street       (416) 538-1910

FAR NIENTE
Californian

A little bit of California in Toronto. Visit Far Niente and discover the warm, comfortable glow of Napa Valley. Lush greenery and cedar-beamed ceilings create a light and airy atmosphere. The exceptional menu features grilled steaks and salmon, seafood, hearty pastas and fresh breads. Complement your meal with a bottle of wine from the 10,000 bottle cellar. The wine list features a wide range of excellent wines from California, Italy, France and Oregon.

187 Bay Street Commerce Court
(416) 214-9922

GOLDEN THAI
Thai

Golden Thai has received more acclaim than over 30 other Thai restaurants. And deservingly so with its exotic cuisine known for its sensuality and searing spiciness. More than 60 different catagories are on the menu. Try the prix fixe, with lemon shrimp soup, perked up with coriander and chile, followed by basil beef and curry chicken, with a red curry sauce thick with coconut milk and basil leaves. The Pad Thai will lead you into the great lexicon of flavours of Thai subtlety and drama.

105 Church Street       (416) 868-6668

LAI WAH HEEN
Chinese

Meaning: Luxurious meeting place. Harmonizes the aromatic influence of Pacific Rim herbs-n-spice flare with exquisitely refined Cantonese cuisine to present a sumptuous menu rich in the exotic taste of the Far East. Impressive seafood masterpieces, Wok-fried lobster and beef, are among the entrees luring diners to return again and again. The list of both new and old world wines complements any menu item.

108 Chestnut Street      (416) 977-9899

ORO
Contemporary

Bursting onto Toronto's elite restaurant scene a few years ago, Oro continues to soar beyond the boundaries of the culinary imagination with its neo-Italian array of cuisine, accented by flavourful hints from around the world. Well-heeled literati, glitterati and heads of state flock here for sumptuous dining experiences. Crackling fireplaces set the warm and inviting ambience. Extensive wine list.

45-47 Elm Street      (416) 597-0155

PROVENCE
French

Tucked away in a little street in Cabbagetown with its contemporary French cuisine strongly influenced by the Mediterranean, Provence has been dazzling discerning diners since 1979. Serving only the best in food and wine, meticulously prepared in an open kitchen. A fine wine menu features over 150 labels. The runaway favourite is the sought-after fresh duck foie gras terrine.

12 Amelia Street      (416) 924-9901

REDS BISTRO & BAR
Contemporary

In the hub of the city's brisk financial district-- A symphony of cultured stone and rough-hewn pine amidst rolling hills of etched glass, creates ideal surroundings for an excursion to wine country. The Chef proudly demonstrates his culinary acumen with specialties influenced from wine regions around the world. Seventy-seven wines are poured by the glass, or choose a bottle from the striking two-story wall of wine. Seasonally changing menu includes seared sea bass, filet mignon and rack of Australian lamb. Service is impeccable.

77 Adelaide Street West      (416) 862-7337

ROSEWATER

Minutes from Toronto's Financial and Theatre districts, Rosewater is the perfect venue to enjoy cocktails, an exquisite dinner, or a special event. The menu harmonizes with the beauty and elegance of the heritage building structure-- an eclectic palette of styles and tastes. Each member of the staff adheres to the highest standards of quality and meticulous attention to details.

19 Toronto Street      (416) 214-5888