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The Best Restaurants in Leslieville

Emma Kula

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Emma Kula

The Best Restaurants in Leslieville

It's no wonder that Leslieville has boomed in popularity over the past few years with its cozy neighbourhood vibe and, most importantly, fantastic selection of dining options. The sophisticated Italian and French restaurants are worth visiting for elevated classics. At the same time, other spots bring the unique flavours of Lebanese, South American and Asian cuisines with inventive dishes and creative cocktails. No matter what you're in the mood for, you're sure to find something on our list of the best destinations for a memorable dinner in Leslieville. Many offer limited indoor seating and outdoor patio space, but make sure to check in advance to reserve a spot.

Here is our list of the best restaurants in Leslieville.

Leslieville

1100 Queen St E

Pasaj

Known for its gorgeous milky pancakes with homemade sour cherry jam, labneh (a yogurt-based cream cheese), pistachio and crumbled tahini helva, you can expect long lines at this Brunch spot (but it is so worth the wait).

Pasaj

Leslieville

1100 Queen St E

Known for its gorgeous milky pancakes with homemade sour cherry jam, labneh (a yogurt-based cream cheese), pistachio and crumbled tahini helva, you can expect long lines at this Brunch spot (but it is so worth the wait).

Leslieville

1146 Queen St E

La Paella

This Leslieville spot is serving authentic Tapas, Paella & Wine from Spain.

La Paella

Leslieville

1146 Queen St E

This Leslieville spot is serving authentic Tapas, Paella & Wine from Spain.

Leslieville

99 Pape Ave

Slowhand Sourdough Pizza

The city's worst-kept secret has made a name and a permanent home for itself in Leslieville. Known for their sourdough-style pizza, these pies are described as a bit of Italy, a bit of Detroit and a bit of San Francisco.

Slowhand Sourdough Pizza

Leslieville

99 Pape Ave

The city's worst-kept secret has made a name and a permanent home for itself in Leslieville. Known for their sourdough-style pizza, these pies are described as a bit of Italy, a bit of Detroit and a bit of San Francisco.

Little India

226 Greenwood Ave

Maha's Restaurant

This Egyptian brunch spot offers unique menu items, unlike anything else in Toronto. Maha's Mind Blowing Chicken Sandwich is overflowing with Maha's marinated chicken and herbs and is not to be missed!

Maha's Restaurant

Little India

226 Greenwood Ave

This Egyptian brunch spot offers unique menu items, unlike anything else in Toronto. Maha's Mind Blowing Chicken Sandwich is overflowing with Maha's marinated chicken and herbs and is not to be missed!

Leslieville

1168 Queen St E

Descendant Pizza

Toronto's go-to spot for Detroit-style pizza, Descendant specializes in thick, square-shaped pies, known for their deep-brown crispy crust and decadent toppings.

Descendant Pizza

Leslieville

1168 Queen St E

Toronto's go-to spot for Detroit-style pizza, Descendant specializes in thick, square-shaped pies, known for their deep-brown crispy crust and decadent toppings.

Chula Taberna Mexicana

Flavourful tacos, burritos and ceviche are best enjoyed alongside strong tequila-based cocktails at this Mexican-fusion spot on Gerrard with two spacious patios.

Chula Taberna Mexicana

Flavourful tacos, burritos and ceviche are best enjoyed alongside strong tequila-based cocktails at this Mexican-fusion spot on Gerrard with two spacious patios.

Leslieville

819 Gerrard St E

Wynona

If you're in search of an elegant dinner using seasonal Ontario ingredients, house-made pasta and the freshest seafood, look no further than Wynona, where you can get all of the above alongside a glass of natural wine on their beautiful patio.

Wynona

Leslieville

819 Gerrard St E

If you're in search of an elegant dinner using seasonal Ontario ingredients, house-made pasta and the freshest seafood, look no further than Wynona, where you can get all of the above alongside a glass of natural wine on their beautiful patio.

Leslieville

1042 Queen St E

Avling Brewery

Cozy, upscale bar food and craft beer are done right at this Leslieville (relative) newcomer, which is the ideal spot for a seasonal and locally-sourced dinner alongside one of their cold house brews.

Avling Brewery

Leslieville

1042 Queen St E

Cozy, upscale bar food and craft beer are done right at this Leslieville (relative) newcomer, which is the ideal spot for a seasonal and locally-sourced dinner alongside one of their cold house brews.

Leslieville

5 Coady Ave

Completo

This South American sandwich shop cooks up classic churrasco sandwiches, tacos and hand-cut fries loaded with toppings in tiny, fast-casual digs.

Completo

Leslieville

5 Coady Ave

This South American sandwich shop cooks up classic churrasco sandwiches, tacos and hand-cut fries loaded with toppings in tiny, fast-casual digs.

Leslieville

810 Queen St E

Tabule Middle Eastern Cuisine - Queen

Score the freshest Middle Eastern food made with local ingredients at Tabule, where you'll find ultra-smooth hummus, spiced meats and seafood, herb-laden salads and the fluffiest pita bread.

Tabule Middle Eastern Cuisine - Queen

Leslieville

810 Queen St E

Score the freshest Middle Eastern food made with local ingredients at Tabule, where you'll find ultra-smooth hummus, spiced meats and seafood, herb-laden salads and the fluffiest pita bread.

Leslieville

898 Queen St E

Eat BKK

This laidback Thai street food bar serves all the classic favourites like pad thai, creamy curries and crispy pork, plus a few unique appetizers like Northern Thai-style poutine and deep-fried squid.

Eat BKK

Leslieville

898 Queen St E

This laidback Thai street food bar serves all the classic favourites like pad thai, creamy curries and crispy pork, plus a few unique appetizers like Northern Thai-style poutine and deep-fried squid.

Leslieville

1111 Queen St E

Ascari Enoteca

This casual neighbourhood spot for simple Italian cuisine boasts house-made pasta adorned with luxurious sauces, a couple of fresh salads and an extensive wine selection, which is also available through their bottle shop.

Ascari Enoteca

Leslieville

1111 Queen St E

This casual neighbourhood spot for simple Italian cuisine boasts house-made pasta adorned with luxurious sauces, a couple of fresh salads and an extensive wine selection, which is also available through their bottle shop.

Lake Inez

Asian-inspired comfort food is the specialty at Lake Inez, with their rotating menu of elevated snacks and larger plates alongside a list of craft beers and funky natural wines.

Lake Inez

Asian-inspired comfort food is the specialty at Lake Inez, with their rotating menu of elevated snacks and larger plates alongside a list of craft beers and funky natural wines.

Leslieville

1118 Queen St E

Greta Solomon's Dining Room

Tiny, cozy and female-run, this intimate French restaurant offers modern fare made with high-quality ingredients and traditional cooking methods, in addition to a refined wine list.

Greta Solomon's Dining Room

Leslieville

1118 Queen St E

Tiny, cozy and female-run, this intimate French restaurant offers modern fare made with high-quality ingredients and traditional cooking methods, in addition to a refined wine list.

Leslieville

1008 Queen St E

Eastside Social

This east end oyster and seafood bar specializes in coastal-inspired dishes like clam chowder, grilled octopus, PEI mussels and fish and chips, plus delicious dips, rice bowls and sandwiches.

Eastside Social

Leslieville

1008 Queen St E

This east end oyster and seafood bar specializes in coastal-inspired dishes like clam chowder, grilled octopus, PEI mussels and fish and chips, plus delicious dips, rice bowls and sandwiches.

Leslieville

1124 Queen St E

Goods and Provisions

This stylish, dimly-lit speakeasy serves upscale sharing plates of fresh seafood, meats, cheeses and seasonal vegetables, plus garlic frites and $2 a shuck oysters.

Goods and Provisions

Leslieville

1124 Queen St E

This stylish, dimly-lit speakeasy serves upscale sharing plates of fresh seafood, meats, cheeses and seasonal vegetables, plus garlic frites and $2 a shuck oysters.

Leslieville

1220 Queen St E

Gio Rana's Really Really Nice Restaurant

Italian

Affectionately known as "The Nose" due to the large facial feature hanging outside of their front door, this beloved Leslieville spot serves up classic, well-executed, family-style Italian food in a cozy atmosphere.

Gio Rana's Really Really Nice Restaurant

Leslieville

1220 Queen St E

Affectionately known as "The Nose" due to the large facial feature hanging outside of their front door, this beloved Leslieville spot serves up classic, well-executed, family-style Italian food in a cozy atmosphere.

Italian