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Blu Ristorante

4.5 (3209)
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Italian
214 King St W, Toronto, ON M5H 3S6

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative

100 Most Romantic Restaurants In Canada- open table 2022, 2020 & 2018
Top 100 Italian restaurants in Canada 2017
Top 100 restaurants in Canada 2022
50 Most romantic restaurants also in Canada on Open Table 2016, 2021
Blu is an Italian restaurant based on authentic classic cuisine, yet, contemporary created by executive Chef; Eric Bucher, also serving various grilled steaks and rack of lamb.

Downtown Heritage Building with one main dining room and three private rooms. Tastefully designed to host your special event, romantic dinner, corporate buyout or a celebration of any sort. Coupled with genuine caring service & stunning ambiance.

Dinner is enhanced by soothing live music on Fridays and Sundays Pianist/singer, guitarist/singer. Enjoy impeccable service for intimate dining or for large private parties up to 150 guests. Private rooms also available. A Must try is our Carpaccio! 17 years of operations, Blu is the heart of the entertainment district.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Modern European, Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Eric Bucher
  • Private party facilities
    Located on King Street West (entertainment district) Blu Ristorante offers a selection of amenities to suit your specific event needs, whether it’s enjoying cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in our spacious wine bar or intimate dining in the main dining room or several private rooms Blu offers for corporate and business dinners.
  • Private party contact
    Alfredo Rodriguez: (877) 281-4855
  • Neighborhood
    Entertainment District
  • Cross street
    King Street West and University
  • Parking details
    Green P Parking at 55 Avenue Road, Right beside Wholefoods. Also there is parking on side streets and on Avenue Road.
  • Public transit
    Saint Andrew Subway station is a block away from the restaurant.
  • Entertainment
    Live music Friday and Saturday. Soft contemporary music with a jazz feel. Allowing diners to enjoy live music and dinner conversation. Varied artists. Please visit our website for more detailed information www.bluristorante.com
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Happy Hour with regular size pours. Unwind and raise a glass with us during Happy Hour! 🎉 Enjoy great deals on your favorite drinks, delicious appetizers, and good vibes all around. Whether you're catching up with friends, celebrating the end of the workday, or just in the mood for something fun, our Happy Hour is the perfect excuse to relax and indulge. Monday to Friday 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • 5 Course tasting menu

    CA$79.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Indulge in a 5-Course Culinary Journey, each course has two to three choices. Join us for an unforgettable evening of flavor and sophistication with our exclusive 5-Course Tasting Menu. Perfectly paired with curated wines, each course artfully crafted by our executive chef
    5 Course tasting menu Photo
  • Summerlicious Dinner menu

    CA$55.00 per person

    Jun 25, 2025 - Jul 20, 2025
    Savor the season with our Summerlicious Dinner Menu — a limited-time culinary celebration of summer’s freshest flavors! Join us for a specially crafted three-course prix fixe menu that highlights bold tastes, seasonal ingredients, and the creativity of our kitchen.
    Summerlicious Dinner menu Photo

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What 3,209 people are saying

Blu Ristorante 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

4.5
4.5 based on all time ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Old Toronto

    Great for live music

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blu Ristorante dazzles with "amazing food" and "outstanding service". This fine dining gem offers a romantic atmosphere, ideal for special occasions. Guests rave about the live music and beautifully presented dishes, such as scallop appetizers and tiramisu. Despite a location change, patrons remain loyal for its "delicious" culinary experiences.
3,210 Reviews
  1. Viki

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I took my mom to Blu for her birthday and everything about the evening was perfect. We had the 5-course tasting menu, and every dish was amazing. The service was excellent as always! We used to visit the old Yorkville location, so it was great to check out the new spot on King since they relocated. Big thanks to the whole team for making the night so special. We’ll definitely be back!

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  2. Mehul

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Tried the Tasting Menu and the food was below average. They need to step up the food and quality

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  3. Abhi

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice place. For a fine dining restaurant, the food was actually quite tasty.

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  4. James VIP

    Toronto / Ontario37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great new location! We have been regulars since Yorkville Avenue. The food is amazing and the service outstanding. The tradition continues, will be back more often
    Blu RistoranteResponded 2 days ago
    Hi James, Thank you for your kind words, and thank you for coming to see us at the new location. We are looking forward to serving you again

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  5. Caroline

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time at Blu. Was on the patio the first time and in the dining room the second. 10 out of 10 experience, variety, service and quality. Can’t wait to visit the new location on King.

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  6. Murray VIP

    Toronto / Ontario4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to Blu on Avenue Road for our 3rd anniversary dinner and had a quiet romantic table on the ground floor. Staff went out of their way to explain the menu and our choices. It was clear that they were very loyal and loved their jobs and the place. They did give us some quiet time too. Then we were told the restaurant was about to close because of a huge rent increase at their lease renewal. We hope the new location opening on King Street West will come close to the beautiful spacious building on Avenue Road. Even if it does not we will be there because the food and service is so good. We each had an amazing scallop appetizer and we were glad we did not split it and had our own. For main courses the pasta, lamb and beef tenderloin were cooked to perfection. We were too full for ordering dessert but they brought a tiramisu to share and we were able to finish before leaving happy. We can’t wait to return to the new location in May.

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  7. Kamila VIP

    Toronto / Ontario29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience overall. We have been to blu several times. We are sad to hear that they are moving to King Street ( Theater district ) we will check them out at the new location. Great service and amazing food!

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  8. Maha

    Ottawa3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I made a reservation in advance, eagerly anticipating a wonderful Valentine's Day dinner featuring a special five-course menu. I even starved myself all day to fully enjoy this exquisite experience. However, I was taken aback when the manager informed me that the offer was no longer valid and presented us with the regular menu. Feeling frustrated, I called the manager to express my excitement about the reservation and showed him my booking confirmation through the OpenTable app. Thankfully, he acknowledged the issue, mentioning a glitch in the system, and approved my request since I had pre-paid my reservation. While I felt somewhat undervalued initially, the situation improved, and I was ultimately able to enjoy the five-course meal. The food was delicious, and the cocktails were fantastic. I truly appreciated the romantic atmosphere the restaurant provided. Thank you for a memorable evening filled with delightful food and drinks!

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  9. Chelsea

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My experience was breathtaking, I felt like I was treated like a princess - being pregnant they took care of me like I was their family. The service was phenomenal, Micheal made our Valentine’s Day one we will never forgot. All your staff had amazing service and the food was absolutely amazing I didn’t want it to end. We are very sad you are moving but wanted to let you know we will definitely be visiting your new place in May. Thank you so much again. You have a great team.

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  10. Serena

    Toronto / Ontario2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    the valentine’s day menu was very mid and portions were small! only thing i liked was the pasta lol

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Blu Ristorante is rated 4.5 stars by 3209 OpenTable diners.

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  3. Toronto / Ontario
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Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Blu Ristorante

214 King St W, Toronto, ON M5H 3S6

Additional information

  • Cross street
    King Street West and University
  • Neighborhood
    Entertainment District
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$31 to CAN$50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Modern European, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Green P Parking at 55 Avenue Road, Right beside Wholefoods. Also there is parking on side streets and on Avenue Road.
  • Public transit
    Saint Andrew Subway station is a block away from the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Eric Bucher
  • Entertainment
    Live music Friday and Saturday. Soft contemporary music with a jazz feel. Allowing diners to enjoy live music and dinner conversation. Varied artists. Please visit our website for more detailed information www.bluristorante.com
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Located on King Street West (entertainment district) Blu Ristorante offers a selection of amenities to suit your specific event needs, whether it’s enjoying cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in our spacious wine bar or intimate dining in the main dining room or several private rooms Blu offers for corporate and business dinners.
  • Private party contact
    Alfredo Rodriguez: (877) 281-4855
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