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Fifth Grill and Terrace
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- 225 Richmond St. W. (at Duncan St.) • View on map »
- 416-979-3005
- http://www.thefifthgrill.com/
The recession hasn’t dimmed the Fifth’s penchant for caviar and chateaubriand, nor the elegance of the surroundings. One of the most stylish dinner venues in the city, the candlelit loft is leavened by such quirks as dog masks glued to the ceiling. Andreas Feist, former chef at Harbour Sixty, is the latest to interpret owner Libell Geddes’s vision of an old-school grill menu, and he does so with finesse, adding his own touches of spice. For example, peppery steak tartare and a delectably moist crab cake enisled by citrus-wasabi mayo. The rib-eye is excellent, exquisitely crusted and running with juices. Desserts don’t offer the decadence of yore. Sticky toffee pudding is too spongy and light beside its roasted banana ice cream. Manager Fernando Temudo ensures smooth service. The pricey wine list is red-heavy to match the meat, though there’s not enough by the glass. Mains $27–$61.
- Closed Sunday to Wednesday
- Bring your own bottle
225 Richmond St. W. (at Duncan St.)
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