Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in St. Lawrence Market

From the moment we stepped into DaNico, we were struck by how beautiful the space was. The high ceilings, artwork, and dark colour tones created a dramatic and refined atmosphere. It felt like the perfect setting for a special evening. The attention to detail extended to the glassware and plateware, which were both elegant and intriguing, adding an extra layer of charm to the dining experience. The service was impeccable. From the moment we entered, the staff were warm, attentive, and thoroughly professional. When confirming our reservation, we mentioned a dietary restriction, and to our delight, our server was already aware of it when greeting us. They thoughtfully provided tailored suggestions, which made us feel genuinely cared for. As for the food, every dish showcased incredible depth of flavour and texture. The creativity in the menu was evident and much appreciated, making each bite a delight to savour. The cocktail menu had a great mix of creative drinks, and I loved that there were some really interesting non-alcoholic options too. As someone who is dairy-free, dessert is often an afterthought at most restaurants, but DaNico surprised us with dairy-free desserts that were both indulgent and satisfying—a rare and much-appreciated treat! Overall, DaNico delivered on all fronts—ambiance, service, and cuisine. It was a memorable experience.

Simply incredible! Every course was delicious. I wanted to lick the plate clean but thought that would be rude.

Amazing food, great atmosphere, but it’s the service that is particularly remarkable. I had the elk, and our server was knowledgeable about where the elk was from and when it was harvested. Same with the scallops. Cool. After our meal but before dessert, he presented us some canadian cheese with a story about cheese in canada. Great cheese, interesting story. But the best part was after that, he offered us dessert. Nothing sounded particularly interesting to us at the time, so we asked for the check. When he came back, we asked if there was a place around to get a tiramisu and an espresso. He quickly asked what time it was, because he was going to run out and get us one. But it was late the place he was going to visit had already closed. He gave us some suggestions for the next night, and brought us the check. He THEN surprisingly showed up with a “canadian tiramisu” (as he called it) that he had asked the kitchen to make for us. It was chocolate cake and chocolate moose with some meringues. First off: delicious, just like the rest of the meal had been. But more importantly: WOW! He didn’t have to do that at all. He went out of his way to make the dinner extra special for us. We talked about it the entire way back to the hotel and I’m taking the time to write this out for whoever reads this next. I 100% recommend Woods.

Thanks for the experience. Wonderful food and great vibe for our group to enjoy a night out in Toronto.

An intimate, quiet, and romantic venue with very attentive and personal service. We had a wonderful evening, and the food was absolutely delicious.