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Reviewed by Toronto Life
  • 901 Lawrence Ave. W. (at Dufferin) View on map »
  • 416-789-5555
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Editorial Review

Family get-togethers at huge tables are a common sight, as diners order crisp caesar salad with silky dressing, a light touch of garlic and parm shavings. Chicken breast in balsamic reduction gets it right; the meat is juicy, the sauce made special by a drizzle of maple syrup. Porcini risotto is eye-closing bliss, superbly textured and kissed with shaved black truffle. Textbook tiramisù is on the wet side, but hits the sweet spot. Wines by ...

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  • Closed Sunday, and Monday even­ing
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