The real stand out was the sea bass entree. The fish could not be cooked better. The pasta was well cooked but the ragu could have been better i think but i still enjoyed the entire meal.
Zhao Jin
Enjoy the atmosphere here. The food taste rich and have different layers of flavor. My favorite is Albacore but I don’t really like the dessert.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Albacore
Winston Ho
This is one of my favourite restaurants in the city! The menu changes all the time so frequent visits won't be boring. The atmosphere is quiet and reserved. Perfect for a night of good food and good conversation.Parking: There is a Green P lot just a block west of the restaurant
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tuna, Smoked Fish Dip
Katie Flohr
My company The Moody Blooms was asked to flower Grey Garden’s party room for a wedding a while back. This space is so intimate and romantic. We created a table scape, mirror and wall sconce installs using all locally grown flowers. Would definitely recommend this restaurant, I have eaten here a few times and it’s always perfect. It was particularly special having the chance to create some floral vibes in this space. Thanks for having me! Xo
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Fish Dip
Jeffrey Ng
One of the best restaurants in the city. Nothing more to say.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Fish Dip
Sunny Knowles
Had a lovely dining experience at Grey Gardens about a month ago while travelling in YYZ for work.Dane made our experience flawless from every aspect of service.The room is on theme, relevant to the cuisine and you can tell a lot of thought was put in to the atmosphere. Well done!I loved most of the dishes, but found the cauliflower to be under seasoned. The food menu was fun, and had an appropriate amount of seasonality to it while still keeping dishes interesting and not so predictable.They had alcohol free wine and cocktails, which I appreciated. This made my experience well rounded and thoughtful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Aidan Davies
Absolutely incredible experience from start to finish. Lovely service and gorgeous atmosphere.The smoked fish was to die for and I cannot wait to come back for more. The desserts are not to be looked over, the earl Grey cream is delicious and a new taste sensation for me.Fresh seafood, and exquisitely clean. Can't wait to come by again soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Fish Dip
Béa G
Came here as a group on a Monday night and it seemed like the staff went out of their way to separate us at two different ends of the restaurant because we didn’t want the 100$ pp tasting menu even though there was enough space for us in one spot of the restaurant. Serving 2x 4 people tables is the same if we’re separated or not… otherwise the food was good, but not extraordinary. The menu was also a bit disjointed, the fish courses were mostly Asian inspired while the rest was more new Canadian/Mediterranean/italian/seasonally inspired. Was glad to have come here but wouldn’t necessarily go back or recommend it to anyone visiting Toronto. Great wine list and 10/10 bathrooms though !
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Barry Brown
This an excellent restaurant. The food is creative and delicious, the wine list superb and the service outstanding. Most of the plates are for sharing which allows everyone to try everything. And you will want to! It is expensive but that must be expected with a restaurant of this quality. We found it a tad loud but overall the atmosphere is warm and friendly.
Staff dressed like bums. Tables arranged to have a sardine can feeling. Tuna tartar had so much balsamic vinegar I did not know it was tuna or bassa fish. Overpriced for the value. A cave in a Forrest has a better setting. How do these guys survive? I don't know. Good luck to them!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Michael DeMola
Rating: 4.6/5The vibes at this restaurant captivated us. The space is small but elegant and inviting, setting the tone for a delightful dining experience. The menu boasts a diverse selection of dishes, each one meticulously prepared and bursting with flavor. We shared the smoked fish dip n' chips, the branzino crudo, the cauliflower, the agnolotti, the hand torn lamb pasta and the apple galette. The attentive service, specifically our server Jasmine, complemented the exquisite food perfectly, making it an unforgettable evening. She gave us 2 different recommendations of wine pairings and they were seriously impressive, offering a perfect accompaniment to our meal. Grey gardens is a definite must visit.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Fish Dip
Vanessa Ip
Hidden gem in Kensington Market. Unassuming from the exterior with a pleasant interior with three seating styles: bar seating, tables and kitchen bar seating.The menu is limited but has a good variety fo choices. We had the 7 layer dip (good but pricey; I would probably try the smoked fish dip next time for a more economical starter). The Celery Root and Scallop dishes were amazing. Pretty plating and a perfect balance of flavours.The Tagliatelle was a bit underwhelming compared to the other dishes; it's decent but nothing special. I would try the Hand Torn Noodles next time based on other reviews. The Skate on the other hand was amazing - it looked and tasted almost like a brisket and was served in a buttery foam with lots of sauce.Would definitely recommend and would come back again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Scallop Crudo
Mark
We enjoyed the fixed menu at Grey gardens for new years this year. The food was top notch and the service was excellent. They have standard seating, however we sat at the bar which was very enjoyable as you were able to interact with the staff and watch them make all the excellent cocktails. My only "complaint" was how full we were when we left, everything was amazing! Definitely look forward to checking out their regular menu on our next visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Albacore
Rob
Had a lovely meal at the bar, which gives you a full view of the kitchen. Cocktails were a hit, but the true stars of the meal were the oysters, smoked fish dip, and the steak tartare. We'll definitely be back. Also, they were accommodating of a very tight timing restriction, which we appreciated a lot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wagyu Tartare, Smoked Fish Dip
nice atmosphere, food and
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
The real stand out was the sea bass entree. The fish could not be cooked better. The pasta was well cooked but the ragu could have been better i think but i still enjoyed the entire meal.
Enjoy the atmosphere here. The food taste rich and have different layers of flavor. My favorite is Albacore but I don’t really like the dessert.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Albacore
This is one of my favourite restaurants in the city! The menu changes all the time so frequent visits won't be boring. The atmosphere is quiet and reserved. Perfect for a night of good food and good conversation.Parking: There is a Green P lot just a block west of the restaurant
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tuna, Smoked Fish Dip
My company The Moody Blooms was asked to flower Grey Garden’s party room for a wedding a while back. This space is so intimate and romantic. We created a table scape, mirror and wall sconce installs using all locally grown flowers. Would definitely recommend this restaurant, I have eaten here a few times and it’s always perfect. It was particularly special having the chance to create some floral vibes in this space. Thanks for having me! Xo
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Fish Dip
One of the best restaurants in the city. Nothing more to say.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Fish Dip
Had a lovely dining experience at Grey Gardens about a month ago while travelling in YYZ for work.Dane made our experience flawless from every aspect of service.The room is on theme, relevant to the cuisine and you can tell a lot of thought was put in to the atmosphere. Well done!I loved most of the dishes, but found the cauliflower to be under seasoned. The food menu was fun, and had an appropriate amount of seasonality to it while still keeping dishes interesting and not so predictable.They had alcohol free wine and cocktails, which I appreciated. This made my experience well rounded and thoughtful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Absolutely incredible experience from start to finish. Lovely service and gorgeous atmosphere.The smoked fish was to die for and I cannot wait to come back for more. The desserts are not to be looked over, the earl Grey cream is delicious and a new taste sensation for me.Fresh seafood, and exquisitely clean. Can't wait to come by again soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Fish Dip
Came here as a group on a Monday night and it seemed like the staff went out of their way to separate us at two different ends of the restaurant because we didn’t want the 100$ pp tasting menu even though there was enough space for us in one spot of the restaurant. Serving 2x 4 people tables is the same if we’re separated or not… otherwise the food was good, but not extraordinary. The menu was also a bit disjointed, the fish courses were mostly Asian inspired while the rest was more new Canadian/Mediterranean/italian/seasonally inspired. Was glad to have come here but wouldn’t necessarily go back or recommend it to anyone visiting Toronto. Great wine list and 10/10 bathrooms though !
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
This an excellent restaurant. The food is creative and delicious, the wine list superb and the service outstanding. Most of the plates are for sharing which allows everyone to try everything. And you will want to! It is expensive but that must be expected with a restaurant of this quality. We found it a tad loud but overall the atmosphere is warm and friendly.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Fish Dip
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Staff dressed like bums. Tables arranged to have a sardine can feeling. Tuna tartar had so much balsamic vinegar I did not know it was tuna or bassa fish. Overpriced for the value. A cave in a Forrest has a better setting. How do these guys survive? I don't know. Good luck to them!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Rating: 4.6/5The vibes at this restaurant captivated us. The space is small but elegant and inviting, setting the tone for a delightful dining experience. The menu boasts a diverse selection of dishes, each one meticulously prepared and bursting with flavor. We shared the smoked fish dip n' chips, the branzino crudo, the cauliflower, the agnolotti, the hand torn lamb pasta and the apple galette. The attentive service, specifically our server Jasmine, complemented the exquisite food perfectly, making it an unforgettable evening. She gave us 2 different recommendations of wine pairings and they were seriously impressive, offering a perfect accompaniment to our meal. Grey gardens is a definite must visit.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Fish Dip
Hidden gem in Kensington Market. Unassuming from the exterior with a pleasant interior with three seating styles: bar seating, tables and kitchen bar seating.The menu is limited but has a good variety fo choices. We had the 7 layer dip (good but pricey; I would probably try the smoked fish dip next time for a more economical starter). The Celery Root and Scallop dishes were amazing. Pretty plating and a perfect balance of flavours.The Tagliatelle was a bit underwhelming compared to the other dishes; it's decent but nothing special. I would try the Hand Torn Noodles next time based on other reviews. The Skate on the other hand was amazing - it looked and tasted almost like a brisket and was served in a buttery foam with lots of sauce.Would definitely recommend and would come back again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Scallop Crudo
We enjoyed the fixed menu at Grey gardens for new years this year. The food was top notch and the service was excellent. They have standard seating, however we sat at the bar which was very enjoyable as you were able to interact with the staff and watch them make all the excellent cocktails. My only "complaint" was how full we were when we left, everything was amazing! Definitely look forward to checking out their regular menu on our next visit.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Albacore
Had a lovely meal at the bar, which gives you a full view of the kitchen. Cocktails were a hit, but the true stars of the meal were the oysters, smoked fish dip, and the steak tartare. We'll definitely be back. Also, they were accommodating of a very tight timing restriction, which we appreciated a lot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wagyu Tartare, Smoked Fish Dip