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DaiLo

CAN$51 and over
Asian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Charming
Offering modern Asian cuisine through a la carte and unique multi-course tasting menus by Chef Nick Liu.

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Executive chef: Nick Liu

From the OpenTable editors: From the food to the ambiance, DaiLo is bold and buzzy. Chef-owner Nick Liu blends French cooking techniques with his Chinese heritage to create playful dishes while showcasing serious culinary chops. The hip space attracts a lively crowd for nights that begin with dinner at DaiLo and end at its upstairs cocktail bar, Lopan.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Asian, Chinese, Contemporary Asian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 17:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (647) 341-8882
  • Website
    http://www.dailoto.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Available
  • Private party facilities
    At DaiLo, we believe eating well is a fundamental part of living well, and how we cook, reflects how we live. Thoughtful and high quality ingredients lead to better lives and more delicious meals. Our New Asian Cuisine is predominantly Chinese fare but it follows the French tradition.
  • Location
    503 College St, Toronto, ON M6G 1A5
  • Area
    Little Italy / College St.
  • Cross Street
    College and Bathurst
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking on Palmerston and College.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine

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What 1,454 people are saying

DaiLo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
DaiLo offers a "fantastic dining experience" with its innovative Asian fusion cuisine. The "premium tasting menu" is especially praised for its "amazing flavors" and "great value." Guests appreciate the "attentive service" and "welcoming atmosphere," though some note noise levels. Overall, it's a "must-try" for food enthusiasts seeking "creative and delicious" dishes.

1,454 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto1 review

    3.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I think Toronto has more to offer. Food is great, can see a lot of thought and craft put into it and I respect that. However, I think it’s over rated in my opinion. Not beating down on them in anyway, I think the restaurant and chef did a great job with the place but I don’t think this restaurant would survive anywhere outside of a city like Toronto where restaurants are clearly over rated. Ambience was nice but it was cold and we had to move tables. Food is decent but Toronto does better in general.

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  2. Henry

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tasting menu and service were superb. I would take some back here.

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  3. Celine VIP

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing culinary experience. We tried the chefs menu and each dish was so flavorful and delicious. Great service and ambience.

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  4. Hao

    Montreal3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We ordered tasting menu with wine pairing the food is very good, wine is perfect. The service is exceptional. We will come back.

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  5. Jody VIP

    Toronto26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best! Food and service are over the top amazing. Dailo never waivers in what they deliver. Can’t wait to return. The lobster noodles are currently occupying my dreams.

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food and service. A bit pricy and noisy but still worth treating yourself.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing hospitality, incredible food! Dennis & Doug are gems!!

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  8. Alan

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed my time dining in with the food being so delicous. The service was attentive, wonderful, and so accommodating. We had been initially seated I'm a small table, and I had asked one of the gentleman around if I could switch to a booth instead as my date had not yet arrived. The booth was unfortunately reserved, and the the adjacent one was also full. We had to wait to see if the group showed up before the other party at the other booth had left. Either way thanks to his effort, although we had already started dining, he graciously moved us and our dinnerware to the booth table. He made sure that it was a smooth transition and helped me sit a cover story to avoid any awkward situation with my date. It was also my date's birthday, and they had surprisingly offered a delicious sweet treat at the end of our mean, candle and all.

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  9. Mike VIP

    New York City32 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food overall is quite tasty however there are a number of fishes that are deep fried if you enjoy that type of preparation.

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  10. Lucy VIP

    Toronto3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely loved our dining experience at DaiLo. The food and service was fantastic! Will definitely be returning! I strongly suggest trying the tasting menu, it was delicious !!

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DaiLo is rated 4.8 stars by 1454 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 22 times today
Google Map for DaiLo

503 College St, Toronto, ON M6G 1A5

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    College and Bathurst
  • Area
    Little Italy / College St.
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 17:00–23:00
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Asian, Chinese, Contemporary Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking on Palmerston and College.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.dailoto.com/
  • Phone number
    (647) 341-8882
  • Catering
    Available
  • Private party facilities
    At DaiLo, we believe eating well is a fundamental part of living well, and how we cook, reflects how we live. Thoughtful and high quality ingredients lead to better lives and more delicious meals. Our New Asian Cuisine is predominantly Chinese fare but it follows the French tradition.

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