A Food Lovers Guide to Toronto

Welcome to Toronto, where every bite and sip tells a story. Catch a taste of the city on Bravo's Top Chef where Destination Canada is the backdrop for Season 22.

Influenced by over 200 cultures, the city’s food scene blends flavours and traditions from around the world, offering a dining experience as diverse as Toronto itself. Think sizzling street eats, bold fusion creations, MICHELIN-starred meals, and unforgettable fine dining—all in one vibrant city. Dig in!

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24 Must-Eat Foods in Toronto

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Must-try dishes & restaurants

Toronto’s food scene is an international playground, serving authentic flavours from around the globe with a touch that is uniquely Toronto.

It’s clear with every bite, whether you’re indulging in fine dining, sampling a spot from the MICHELIN Guide or grabbing tacos from a buzzing food hall. Don’t leave without trying these must-eats in Toronto.

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Food experiences in Toronto

Toronto isn’t just a city to eat in—it’s a city to experience food in. From innovative tasting menus to lively markets brimming with global flavours to food festivals that passionately celebrate the cultures behind each bite, every nibble tells a tasty story.

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Toronto’s top chefs & culinary innovators

From fine dining pioneers to creative street food masters, these chefs put Toronto on the map as a world-class culinary destination. Meet the culinary innovators shaping the city’s dynamic food scene!

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FAQs about Toronto's culinary scene

What food is Toronto famous for?

Toronto's diverse culinary scene means it’s known for various foods that reflect its multicultural population. From dim sum to Ethiopian injera, foods are prepared authentically and sometimes with a uniquely Toronto twist.

We suggest starting with these Toronto must-eats, which include the Toronto classic—a peameal bacon sandwich. Peameal bacon, also known as Canadian bacon, is a lean, cornmeal-crusted back bacon. A very popular place to get this is at the St. Lawrence Market.

Does Toronto have any MICHELIN Star restaurants?

Yes! Toronto has one restaurant with two MICHELIN Stars and 15 restaurants with one MICHELIN Star—for a total of 16. The 2024 MICHELIN Guide Toronto & Region is the guide's third edition and includes 100 restaurants.

How many MICHELIN Guide restaurants are there in Toronto?

The 2024 MICHELIN Guide Toronto & Region includes 100 restaurants in Toronto and beyond the city centre. The full selection of restaurants features 30 cuisine types, including one restaurant with two MICHELIN Stars, 15 with one MICHELIN Star, 23 Bib Gourmands, 61 Recommended restaurants, and two with a Green Star, awarded for a commitment to sustainable practices.

Does Toronto have good coffee?

Whether you’re a casual coffee drinker or a serious enthusiast, you will find plenty to enjoy with everything from classic Italian-style espresso to modern, experimental coffee creations. Many cafés also embrace coffee from many different cultures. Discover global coffee culture in Toronto.