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Reviewed by Toronto Life
  • 265 Davenport Rd. (at Avenue Rd.) View on map »
  • 416-515-0009
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Editorial Review

A sophisticated and loyal crowd keeps the room packed. They love the suave decor—discreet booths, candles and mirrors— and the hospitable service from co-owner Paolo Paolini. In the kitchen, his business partner, Massimo Capra, sends out northern Italian dishes that manage to be both luxe and elegant. Juicy, plump little artichokes are crisply fried. Lamb ribs imbued with a rich, complex balsamic glaze are irresistible, the meat falling from the bone and freshened by minted ...

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  • Closed Sunday
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