Summerlicious returns from July 4 to 20, 2025, with more than 220 Toronto restaurants offering three-course prix fixe menus. From comforting classics to bold global flavours, there’s something for every palate and price point. Lunch menus range from $20 to $55, while dinner menus are priced from $25 to $75, plus tax and gratuity.
In Downtown Toronto, discover the best Summerlicious restaurants to try this year. Support local favourites, explore new hotspots, and savour the dishes that make our neighbourhood a top destination for food lovers.
Featured Downtown Toronto Restaurants
Kiin — 326 Adelaide St W
Making its Summerlicious debut, Kiin brings refined Royal Thai cuisine to the Entertainment District, led by acclaimed Chef Nuit. This Michelin-recognized spot offers a $75 dinner with starters like pomelo salad and Thai dumplings, mains like short rib curry or seared scallop noodles, and standout desserts like taro custard cake. A flavour-rich experience from start to finish.
Minami — 225 King St W, Unit 100
Minami brings modern Japanese dining to the heart of the Entertainment District, blending refined dishes with a sleek, stylish setting. The $48 lunch features aburi sushi, udon with onsen egg, and madai crudo, while the $65 dinner includes beef tenderloin, saikyo sablefish, and a vegetarian garden roll. End your meal with layered carrot cake, mango pudding, or matcha ice cream.
Lobster Burger Bar — 214 King St W
Seafood lovers, this one’s for you. Lobster Burger Bar serves buttery lobster rolls, fresh seafood, and indulgent burgers in a casual downtown setting. The $41 lunch includes chilled rolls, crispy chicken sandwiches, and lobster bisque. Dinner ($55) offers lobster frites, steak frites, or a loaded seafood boil. Finish with cheesecake, mousse, or crème brûlée. Located downtown, this is a casual-but-delicious Summerlicious pick that delivers serious flavour.
Mother Tongue — 348 Adelaide St W
Tucked inside the Sonder Hotel, Mother Tongue serves bold Filipino and Pan-Asian dishes in a cozy, stylish space. The $41 lunch and $55 dinner include options like pork belly bao, black cod, and wagyu tartare. Don’t skip desserts like ube tart or jackfruit mango pearls—especially with a craft cocktail in hand.
TOCA at Ritz Carlton — 181 Wellington St W
Italian fine dining meets local Canadian ingredients at TOCA, the signature restaurant inside The Ritz-Carlton Toronto. Their $55 lunch features pasta, salmon, or seafood gnocchi, while the $75 dinner includes Alberta beef tagliata, risotto, and jumbo shrimp. Don’t skip the pistachio semifreddo or ricotta torte.
Maxime’s — 77 Portland St
Maxime’s brings Parisian flair to King West with a French-inspired take on steakhouse classics and luxe interiors to match. For $75, enjoy a three-course dinner featuring beef tartare, sea bass, or their signature Maxime’s cut, with rich desserts like baked Alaska or six-layer chocolate cake. It’s elegant, indulgent, and made for a night out.
bosk at Shangri-La Toronto — 188 University Ave
Refined and elegant, bosk at Shangri-La Toronto serves up Northern Italian-inspired dishes rooted in seasonal Canadian ingredients. Their $48 lunch features summer gazpacho, organic roasted chicken, and coconut cream pie, while the $65 dinner offers options like cured beet carpaccio, roasted trout, and veal tenderloin with grilled peaches. With thoughtful wine pairings and polished plating, Bosk is perfect for a Summerlicious night out.
More Great Summerlicious Picks in Downtown Toronto
You’ll find even more great picks below, or dive into our Summer Guide for more ideas on what to do this season.
- Aera — 8 Spadina Ave
- Alder — 51 Camden St
- Aria Ristorante — 25 York Street
- Azure Restaurant (InterContinental Toronto Centre) — 225 Front Street West
- Baro — 485 King Street West
- Cibo Wine — 522 King Street West
- Epoch Bar & Kitchen Terrace (The Ritz-Carlton) — 181 Wellington Street West
- Hey Lucy Cafe — 295 King Street West
- FIGO — 295 Adelaide Street West
- Hibachi — 550 Wellington Street West
- King Street Social (Hyatt Regency) — 370 King Street West
- La Fenice Tuscan Chophouse — 319 King Street West
- Le Select Bistro — 432 Wellington Street
- Lee Restaurant — 497 Richmond Street West
- Little Sister — 102 Portland Street
- Lulu Bar — 427 Wellington Street West
- Luma — 350 King Street West 2nd Floor
- Miss Likklemore’s — 433 King Street West
- Myth Estiatorio — 522 King Street West
- Paris Texas — 461 King Street West
- Sara Restaurant — 98 Portland Street
- The Dorset — 457 Wellington Street West
- Tutti Matti — 364 Adelaide Street West