Definitive ranking

Best Date Night Spots in Toronto & the GTA

Romantic restaurants, bars, and experiences for every budget

From intimate omakase counters to destination dining rooms and sunset views — these Toronto and GTA picks make a date night feel special at every price point.

Edulis

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Niagara · 169 Niagara St

20 seats, impeccable tasting menu, romantic lighting. The best intimate fine dining experience in Toronto.

Bar Raval

Little Italy · 505 College St

The most beautiful interior in the city — organic, Gaudí-inspired woodwork. Perfect for a first date over pintxos and txakoli.

Kost Rooftop (BISHA Hotel)

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King West · 80 Blue Jays Way

Rooftop pool bar with panoramic downtown views. The definitive Toronto date night with Instagram views to match.

Scaramouche

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Casa Loma · 1 Benvenuto Pl

Toronto's most romantic dinner view — the city twinkling below from a hilltop perch. The legendary coconut cream pie seals the deal.

BarChef

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Queen West · 472 Queen St W

Theatrical molecular cocktails in a dramatic candlelit space. High on wow factor for a drinks-only date night.

Canoe (at sunset)

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Financial District · 66 Wellington St W

The 54th floor view over Toronto at sunset is the most impressive table in the city. Power move for a special occasion.

Toronto Islands at dusk

Harbour · Jack Layton Ferry Terminal

Pack a picnic, take the last ferry, watch the sunset over the skyline. The most romantic free date in Toronto.

Casa Loma Evening Tour

Casa Loma · 1 Austin Terrace

The castle at night is dramatic and genuinely romantic. The secret tunnel tour by lantern light is unlike anything else in the city.

Salt & Sand

Price not published

Yorkville · 92 Avenue Rd, 2nd floor

A newly opened, multi-floor restaurant focused on caviar, truffles, small-producer wine, cocktails and amaro. Call ahead to confirm the entrance and current dining service.

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