Best restaurants in Toronto

If you want a strong Toronto shortlist, these are dependable places to start:

• Alo — best for a special-occasion tasting menu and polished fine dining
• Edulis — best for a refined, seasonal meal in a quieter setting
• Quetzal — best for wood-fired cooking and a high-end, lively dinner
• MIMI Chinese — best for stylish, shareable Chinese dishes with a fun room
• Pai Northern Thai Kitchen — best for bold Thai flavors and a more casual night out