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The Best Restaurants on Ossington

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The Best Restaurants on Ossington

The Ossington strip is one of Toronto's liveliest hubs, mostly because it is densely packed with some of the best restaurants in the city. Nudged between Dundas West and Queen West -- Ossington is home to various restaurants, bars and bakeries worth checking out. From upscale fine dining to hole in the walls, there is a spot for every occasion. Whether you are looking for pho, smash burgers or a New York-style slice, Ossington has it all. The Ossington strip is truly a shining gem of the city and picking the best restaurants that span the 10-minute walk between Dundas and Queen was no easy feat. To keep this list compact, some Ossington favourites like Bang Bang have been left off because this list focuses solely on restaurants, not bakeries or bars.

Check out our list of the best restaurants on the Ossington strip below!

The Haifa Room

Perched at the corner of Ossington and Dundas, Haifa room is the place for falafel!

The Haifa Room

Perched at the corner of Ossington and Dundas, Haifa room is the place for falafel!

Paris Paris

A Dundas West transplant, this wine bar and restaurant, with its sprawling patio, is an Ossington must.

Paris Paris

A Dundas West transplant, this wine bar and restaurant, with its sprawling patio, is an Ossington must.

Azhar Kitchen & Bar

Middle Eastern

From the Gusto 54 Restaurant Group, this restaurant serving Middle Eastern fare has some of the best pita around.

Azhar Kitchen & Bar

From the Gusto 54 Restaurant Group, this restaurant serving Middle Eastern fare has some of the best pita around.

Middle Eastern

Linny's

Ossington's newcomer, this deli-inspired steakhouse from chef David Schwartz is the latest and greatest to hit the strip.

Linny's

Ossington's newcomer, this deli-inspired steakhouse from chef David Schwartz is the latest and greatest to hit the strip.

Favorites Thai BBQ

Tucked away behind Sam James Coffee Bar, this refined Thai restaurant is a must, and with a Michelin Bib Gourmand underneath their belt, you know its going to be good.

Favorites Thai BBQ

Tucked away behind Sam James Coffee Bar, this refined Thai restaurant is a must, and with a Michelin Bib Gourmand underneath their belt, you know its going to be good.

Manita

Manita is a neighbourhood cafe, grocer and bar serving up delicious food. Who says a restaurant can't do it all?

Manita

Manita is a neighbourhood cafe, grocer and bar serving up delicious food. Who says a restaurant can't do it all?

Soos

If you are in the mood for some of the city's best Malaysian food, you have to check this place out. Incredible flavours in every single one of their dishes and the bartenders here are extremely skilled.

Soos

If you are in the mood for some of the city's best Malaysian food, you have to check this place out. Incredible flavours in every single one of their dishes and the bartenders here are extremely skilled.

Trinity Bellwoods

227 Ossington Ave

La Banane

This refined French restaurant with a seafood-heavy menu is an Ossignton institution, and don't forget to check out their cocktail bar upstairs.

La Banane

Trinity Bellwoods

227 Ossington Ave

This refined French restaurant with a seafood-heavy menu is an Ossignton institution, and don't forget to check out their cocktail bar upstairs.

Pizza Libretto - Ossington

There are a few good pizza spots on Ossington and Libretto is one of them. Serving up delicious pizzas and other Italian favourites like calamari in a relaxed space.

Pizza Libretto - Ossington

There are a few good pizza spots on Ossington and Libretto is one of them. Serving up delicious pizzas and other Italian favourites like calamari in a relaxed space.

Trinity-Bellwoods

72 Ossington Ave

Union

Union focuses on locally sourced food, and with a menu changing daily, there is always something for everyone. Delicious food that is guaranteed to keep you coming back for more. Be sure to check out their brunch as well as their dinner.

Union

Trinity-Bellwoods

72 Ossington Ave

Union focuses on locally sourced food, and with a menu changing daily, there is always something for everyone. Delicious food that is guaranteed to keep you coming back for more. Be sure to check out their brunch as well as their dinner.

Trinity-Bellwoods

207 Ossington Ave

Foxley

Asian and pan-Latin plates in an intimate space. The menu is thoughtful and the passion put into preparing the food comes through in every dish.

Foxley

Trinity-Bellwoods

207 Ossington Ave

Asian and pan-Latin plates in an intimate space. The menu is thoughtful and the passion put into preparing the food comes through in every dish.

Trinity Bellwoods

130 Ossington Ave

Cote De Boeuf

This spot serves farm-sourced meats with a French-inspired menu. You can find some of the best cuts and preparations of meat in the city.

Cote De Boeuf

Trinity Bellwoods

130 Ossington Ave

This spot serves farm-sourced meats with a French-inspired menu. You can find some of the best cuts and preparations of meat in the city.

Trinity Bellwoods

90 Ossington Ave

Oddseoul

Toronto is known for its small hip bars that serve amazing small plates and Oddseoul fits the description -- churning out delicious Korean inspired dishes and great cocktails and beers.

Oddseoul

Trinity Bellwoods

90 Ossington Ave

Toronto is known for its small hip bars that serve amazing small plates and Oddseoul fits the description -- churning out delicious Korean inspired dishes and great cocktails and beers.

Beaconsfield Village

162 Ossington Ave #3

Bobbie Sue's

Comfort Food

Perhaps the only place in the city that is solely dedicated to mac and cheese! This place is the definition of a hole in the wall, serving delicious broiled plates of mac and cheese to customers all year long.

Bobbie Sue's

Beaconsfield Village

162 Ossington Ave #3

Perhaps the only place in the city that is solely dedicated to mac and cheese! This place is the definition of a hole in the wall, serving delicious broiled plates of mac and cheese to customers all year long.

Comfort Food

Beaconsfield Village

92 Ossington Ave

La Cubana - Ossington

La Cubana is a great casual spot for delicious Cuban food. If you are looking for tasty sandwiches or filling plates of slow-cooked meats, seasoned rice and tostones, check this spot out.

La Cubana - Ossington

Beaconsfield Village

92 Ossington Ave

La Cubana is a great casual spot for delicious Cuban food. If you are looking for tasty sandwiches or filling plates of slow-cooked meats, seasoned rice and tostones, check this spot out.

Bar Koukla

Bar Koukla is Mamaka's sister restaurant. The whole city was won over with Mamakas and diners can expect the same level of quality at Koukla. 

Bar Koukla

Bar Koukla is Mamaka's sister restaurant. The whole city was won over with Mamakas and diners can expect the same level of quality at Koukla. 

Trinity Bellwoods

80 Ossington Ave

Mamakas Taverna

Debatably the best Greek food in the whole city. If you want a romantic, homey yet chic dining experience, check out Mamakas.

Mamakas Taverna

Trinity Bellwoods

80 Ossington Ave

Debatably the best Greek food in the whole city. If you want a romantic, homey yet chic dining experience, check out Mamakas.

West Queen West

57 Ossington Ave

Pho Tien Thanh

Vietnamese

Another pho spot on the Ossington strip and a neighbourhood favourite. Check out some of their sides like their crispy or fresh spring rolls. 

Pho Tien Thanh

West Queen West

57 Ossington Ave

Another pho spot on the Ossington strip and a neighbourhood favourite. Check out some of their sides like their crispy or fresh spring rolls. 

Vietnamese

Trinity Bellwoods

125 Ossington Ave

Pho Rùa Vàng Golden Turtle Restaurant

Winter is coming and there is nothing better than hot, flavourful brothy soup from this Ossington pho restaurant.

Pho Rùa Vàng Golden Turtle Restaurant

Trinity Bellwoods

125 Ossington Ave

Winter is coming and there is nothing better than hot, flavourful brothy soup from this Ossington pho restaurant.

Trinity Bellwoods

184 Ossington Ave

Superpoint

Some of the best New York-style pizza in town. Order their soppressata and spicy honey pizza next time you find yourself near this popular joint.

Superpoint

Trinity Bellwoods

184 Ossington Ave

Some of the best New York-style pizza in town. Order their soppressata and spicy honey pizza next time you find yourself near this popular joint.