The 2019 list of the 100 Best Restaurants in Canada for a Big Night Out highlights stylish restaurants with bustling bar scenes, entertainment and lively ambience. From hidden gems to the newest place to see and be seen, these buzzing spots are perfect for a Big Night Out. The list of honourees is based on an analysis of 550,000+ reviews of more than 2,500 restaurants across the country — all submitted by verified diners.
| Restaurants: | 360 The Restaurant at the CN Tower, Akira Back, Amsterdam Brewhouse & Restaurant… |
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| Price Range: | $$ - $$$$ |
| Cuisines: | Continental, Asian, Gastro Pub… |
| Neighborhoods: | Downtown / Entertainment District, Harbourfront… |
$$$$·Continental·
Downtown / Entertainment District
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Romantic
Loved it all! The food was AMAZING! Service was great. We honestly had an amazing time and would totally recommend 360 to everyone, no matter the occasion.
$$$$·Asian·
Downtown / Entertainment District
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Romantic
We are fairly well traveled and consider ourselves “foodies”. Hearing this was a Michelin chef restaurant, we had to try while in Toronto. Ambience was cool, server terrific but fo…Read more
$$$$·Gastro Pub·
Harbourfront
- Waterfront
- Great Beer
- Scenic View
It’s great meals but I didn’t know that spicy on lemon chicken and I didn’t see any spicy on menu. I am surprised that menu changed than past. Menu was better than now menu becaus…Read more
$$$$·Mexican·
Mission
- Casual
- Happy Hour
- Authentic
Love this spot! Halfy your from 3-5 is the perfect time to come try their delicious margaritas and tacos
$$$$·Contemporary Korean·
Calgary
- Good for a Date
- Fit for Foodies
- Creative Cuisine
Waitress recommended the majority of our dishes - they were delish. We had the Brussel sprouts, tortellini, KFC sliders and the rice bowl. Favourite item was the Brussel sprouts!
$$$$·Mexican·
Halifax
- Good for a Date
- Fun
- Authentic
Great food, great service, nice friendly atmosphere, our waitress was amazing, very personable and knowledgeable - as a former waitress (and another at the table), we were very ple…Read more
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Regina
- Special Occasion
- Creative Cuisine
- Good for a Date
Delicious food, and kudos to our server, Craig, for having an opinion and offering his recommendations on food and wine. He greatly added to our enjoyment. We took his advice and w…Read more
$$$$·Comfort Food·
Saskatoon
- Good for a Date
- Local Ingredients
- Special Occasion
Amazing food and service!
$$$$·European·
Little Italy / College St.
- Tapas
- Good for a Date
- Fit for Foodies
Truly brilliant - from food to service to memories.
$$$$·Mediterranean·
Hintonburg
- Great Beer
- Fit for Foodies
- Creative Cuisine
Exciting flavour, textures and combinations. First time we have had quinoa and truly enjoyed it!
$$$$·Latin American·
King West
- Fun
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
Amazing food, atmosphere, and service. It is a beautiful space and the brunch is delicious. Everyone was extremely nice there as well.
$$$$·Tapas / Small Plates·
Hamilton
- Good for a Date
- Creative Cuisine
- Fit for Foodies
Great staff, clean, and amazing food! Price point on drinks are pricey but will definetely go back during the summer !
$$$$·Contemporary European·
Edmonton
- Great Beer
- Fit for Foodies
- Neighborhood Gem
Innovative sharing plates and great beers from Blind Enthusiasm Brewing Company. We saved room for dessert and were happily surprised by not-too-sweet concoctions.
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Downtown
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
Came for a work dinner with overseas clients. Ambience, food, service were all fantastic. We were seated on the second level by the window which also offered a good view of the s…Read more
$$$$·Steak·
Chicoutimi
- Good for a Date
- Cozy
- Worth the Drive
Beau restaurant, cuisine excellente et service impeccable! La vue sur la cuisine ouverte j'ai adoré! Très belle expérience!
$$$$·Steak·
Sherbrooke
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Romantic
J'ai été agréablement surpris par la qualité exceptionnelle de la nourriture et du service impeccable.
$$$$·Italian·
Hamilton
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Bar Seating
Service was great! Food was outstanding. Great ambiance. Will return!
$$$$·Contemporary Canadian·
Coal Harbour
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Good for Anniversaries
Incredible from beginning to end. Our server Chris was an absolute delight and professional to the maximum. We did the 6 course tasting menu and we were completely spoiled. They ev…Read more
$$$$·Brazilian Steakhouse·
Niagara Falls
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Good for Anniversaries
Braza was amazing salad table was great Salads crisp and nice and cold .Great selection of vegetables toppings. A very eventful and tasteful evening . The different selection of …Read more
$$$$·French·
Old Montreal
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Romantic
Service was excellent and staff was very friendly! Loved the atmosphere: not too quiet, not too loud. The soft lighting gave it an intimate but posh feel. Absolutely loved it, woul…Read more
$$$$·French·
Downtown
- Pre/post Theatre
- Casual
- Good for a Date
Excellente ambiance et service courtois et attentionné
$$$$·American·
Downtown
- Good for a Date
- Fit for Foodies
- Special Occasion
Our waiter Borak was great!! Informative, attentive really the best service I have experienced here in Calgary. We will definitely go back.
$$$$·Italian·
Yorkville
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Romantic
Lovely contemporary-classic menu. Italian Village style dishes elevated to a superb degree. Pemium fish & octopus. Best menu at Four Seasons.
$$$$·Mediterranean·
Downtown / Financial District
- Good for a Date
- Fit for Foodies
- Creative Cuisine
Was so sweet they wrote something for our anniversary on our dessert (had the pavlova and it was divine).
$$$$·Continental·
Downtown / Financial District
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
Great night view of Toronto. Difficult food to understand,esp starter salad.
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Downtown / Financial District
- Good for a Date
- Comfort Food
- Fun
Amazing high end BBQ. From the appies through the mains, the food is high quality and delicious.
$$$$·Farm-to-table·
Dartmouth
- Good for a Date
- Neighborhood Gem
- Local Ingredients
It was absolutely delicious, it was my first time and will definitely be returning!
$$$$·Canadian·
Downtown
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Fit for Foodies
Really great service with a knowledgeable and kind server, sorry, I’ve forgotten his name. The beet salad was recommended, and one of the best things I’ve ever eaten... steaks wer…Read more
$$$$·Italian·
Yorkville
- Good for a Date
- Good for Birthdays
- Special Occasion
Usual good food and friendly service, nice for an evening out with overseas visitors
$$$$·Italian·
King West
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Notable Wine List
Good food. Reth according staff. Loved it.
$$$$·European·
Downtown
- Handcrafted Cocktails
- Good for a Date
- Bar Seating
The greatest restaurant in Calgary!
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Niagara Falls
- Good for Birthdays
- Special Occasion
- Good for Groups
We went at 730pm. It was not busy but I think we were ahead of the tourist season. Service was great. Selection was great. Ambiance was good but felt a bit worn for the beginning…Read more
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Downtown / Financial District
- Special Occasion
- Good for Birthdays
- Good for a Date
Amazing experience! The staff were very attentive and the food was out of this world! Will be returning in a month to celebrate my birthday! You can really see that the management …Read more
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Vaughan
- Special Occasion
- Good for Birthdays
- Good for a Date
This Location was the best out of all locations i have been to. The table we sat at was perfect & comfortable. The server was great & also the men who were cutting meat made sure w…Read more
$$$$·Asian·
Little Italy / College St.
- Good for a Date
- Tasting Menu
- Creative Cuisine
Anton and Geoffrey were excellent hosts. They guided my wife and I through one of the best meals we have ever had. This place is a true gem.
$$$$·Syrian·
Mile End
- Special Occasion
- Tasting Menu
- Good for a Date
Very good, good cocktails & nice qatmosphere! Will go again!
$$$$·Canadian·
Prince Edward County
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
The view is really the main attraction! The food and service were both okay.
$$$$·Fusion / Eclectic·
Downtown / Financial District
- Good for a Date
- Pre/post Theatre
- Business Meals
Took my mom there for Mother’s Day and we loved it, food was fantastic, ambience was great and the service was wonderful, will for sure be back
$$$$·Global, International·
King West
- Business Meals
- Casual
- Fun
very good food and wonderful place for friends gathering at a convenient location in the downtown toronto
$$$$·Mexican·
Distillery District
- Fun
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
El Catrin is a stunning gem tucked away in the Distillery District. My coworkers and I adored the venue, the food, the service - everything was incredible and looking forward to co…Read more
$$$$·Mexican·
New Westminster
- Good for a Date
- Creative Cuisine
- Neighborhood Gem
Have been to El Santo many times, have never been disappointed with the food or service. Would and have recommended this restaurant to all my friends and family.
$$$$·Canadian·
Calgary
- Neighborhood Gem
- Good for a Date
- Fit for Foodies
Food was incredible - cooked in a fire oven. Service was attentive and friendly. Will definitely return for the prawn appetizer!
$$$$·French·
Downtown
- Special Occasion
- Tasting Menu
- Creative Cuisine
Excellent in every way, service, food, decor, lighting.
$$$$·Global, International·
Halifax
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Good for Groups
Great atmosphere and service was top notch. Definitely will be back. Not just a place for dinner but great spot for an afternoon drink!
$$$$·Middle Eastern·
Downtown
- Good for a Date
- Creative Cuisine
- Special Occasion
Amazing place: food is exquisite and staff are cordial and friendly.
$$$$·Contemporary Italian·
Downtown / Entertainment District
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Romantic
* Great food, atmosphere and drinks
I will definitely be going back
$$$$·Farm-to-table·
Prince Edward County
- Creative Cuisine
- Special Occasion
- Fit for Foodies
The food is amazing and the staff are outstanding!
$$$$·Grill·
Old Montreal
- Good for a Date
- Fit for Foodies
- Special Occasion
Amazing food and service. The ambience, which was warm and relaxing, was further enhanced by the great wine selection. The food tasted very fresh and you could tell that a lot of t…Read more
$$$$·Italian·
Little Portugal / Dundas West
- Good for a Date
- Good for Anniversaries
- Special Occasion
We had an incredible meal curated by a knowledgeable and friendly serving staff. The counter seats were comfortable and it was fascinating to watch the chefs in action. Will absolu…Read more
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Downtown
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Good for Birthdays
Great lunch I had the halibut with the baby vegetable it was outstanding. I was served a mini mushroom soup compliments of the chef. I have been there many times and many busine…Read more
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Chinatown / Kensington Market
- Good for a Date
- Fit for Foodies
- Notable Wine List
Exceptional service and amazing food. Spaced well, no rush. Lovely cocktails and wine. Small, warm, friendly.
$$$$·Latin American·
Downtown
- Happy Hour
- Handcrafted Cocktails
- Bar Seating
We came In with no reservation but were offered a table for a short amount of time for some drinks, we
$$$$·Japanese·
Downtown
- Good for a Date
- Fun
- Good for Groups
My go to restaurant. They're always consistent with their great quality and flavour. Their staff is also fantastic! Love the ambience there too
$$$$·Italian·
Saint John
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Good for Anniversaries
Went for a first experience, husbands birthday. Food and service was amazing! Truly enjoyed the entire evening!
$$$$·Seafood·
West End
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Good for Anniversaries
The seafoods taste is very delicious and the salad and the clam chowder are very good as well. Definitely, I will come again with my family.
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Downtown Windsor
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
Everything was wonderful. The wait staff was on point as usual, and they gave us a huge piece of Jack Miner pie to celebrate our anniversary. Always great.
$$$$·Canadian·
Downtown / Entertainment District
- Casual
- Live Sports
- Great for Lunch
Love this spot. Great service and ambiance!
$$$$·Italian·
Niagara-on-the-Lake
- Romantic
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
Lovely food and great setting really enjoyed it
$$$$·Japanese·
Downtown
- Good for Birthdays
- Special Occasion
- Fun
Service and atmosphere was amazing! Next time we are in the area, we will visit again!
$$$$·Californian·
Downtown / Entertainment District
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
- Great for Brunch
Enjoyed our lunch...wish that brunch was available during weekdays,and not only weekends.But we will be back a warm hot summer weekend for brunch.
$$$$·Japanese·
Old Montreal
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Tasting Menu
Good food and excellent atmosphere!
$$$$·French·
Ossington
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Fit for Foodies
Sat at the bar for dinner, I’m not used to having such exceptional service at bar seating, but these people are amazing. We were recommended the perfect bottle of wine and had what…Read more
$$$$·Mexican·
Downtown / Entertainment District
- Casual
- Fun
- Good for a Date
Service was excellent. Food very tasty, especially the tacos.
$$$$·Steak·
St. Catharines
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Another hit!! We love love love this place and were so happy to celebrate my daughters 25th tonight. Top notch service and food!!! Thanks again
$$$$·South American·
Downtown / Financial District
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Bar Seating
Excellent service and food. Took some clients for dinner and they loved it as well.
$$$$·Italian·
Aurora
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Neighborhood Gem
I really enjoy this place. We've been back to try more dishes and have not been dissapointed. Four of us really enjoyed the appetizers, great portions to share. A standout resta…Read more
$$$$·Greek·
Queen West
- Good for a Date
- Authentic
- Special Occasion
Great food and experience! Highly recommend the lamb chops!
$$$$·Fondue·
Edmonton
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Good for Anniversaries
Our server was amazing, wish I remembered his name. The food was amazing and the server brought extra dippers for the fondues without any extra charge. He also brought us a small b…Read more
$$$$·Global, International·
Winnipeg
- Creative Cuisine
- Fit for Foodies
- Fun
Went to dine here with our family for my birthday. The food was delicious and the service was good. It is a louder atmosphere even at about half full. You can always count on a g…Read more
$$$$·Bistro·
St. John's
- Good for a Date
- Local Ingredients
- Creative Cuisine
Went there for an early dinner, I can not recommend this place enough! We started with the beef tartare, it was amazing. I had the pork, it was cooked perfectly and the sides com…Read more
$$$$·Japanese·
Coal Harbour
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
Fresh seafood with beautiful presentation. Lovely view of the water and great service!
$$$$·Japanese·
Downtown / Financial District
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
Great food but expensive
$$$$·Japanese·
Yaletown
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Creative Cuisine
It's the perfect place to bring a date and for hanging out with friends.
$$$$·Peruvian·
Downtown / Entertainment District
- Tapas
- Good for a Date
- Creative Cuisine
Excellent service and creativity with food. They were flexible to my food allergies and made it a memorable birthday!
$$$$·French·
Old Montreal
- Live Music
- Good for a Date
- Romantic
Wonderful service, food, and live band was great. Would go again
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Calgary
- Good for a Date
- Fit for Foodies
- Creative Cuisine
20/10!!! Our server was knowledgeable, helpful, patient, and sincerely great.
$$$$·Contemporary Canadian·
Downtown / Financial District
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Fit for Foodies
Celebrated my birthday with my family. Our server was attentive, hilarious and made amazing food choice suggestions. Started with the corn flatbread which was moist, fluffy yet a b…Read more
$$$$·Canadian·
Inglewood
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Neighborhood Gem
Another great meal at The Nash.
$$$$·Italian·
King West
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Good for Birthdays
Helena was an awesome waitress! Offered us great suggestions son drinks, food, and even where to venture out in the city. Food was amazing and came out quick. Awesome drink selecti…Read more
$$$$·Italian·
South Main
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Fit for Foodies
Service was excellent. Food divine. Great experience.
$$$$·Brazilian Steakhouse·
Edmonton
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Good for Anniversaries
The food was absolutely amazing! Make sure you pace yourself so you can try everything. Friendly staff. Can’t wait to go back.
$$$$·Spanish·
King West
- Tapas
- Good for a Date
- Romantic
This place is great! Excellent tapas and good Spanish wine selection.
$$$$·Italian·
Commercial Drive
- Good for a Date
- Cozy
- Neighborhood Gem
Really great food and overall experience!
Thank you so much
$$$$·Contemporary Italian·
The Annex
- Good for a Date
- Good for Birthdays
- Romantic
Everything was delicious, great service.
$$$$·Canadian·
Oakbank
- Worth the Drive
- Special Occasion
- Great for Lunch
It had been a few years since I had last been to pine ridge hollow. Not sure why i ever stopped. It is a gem that is only a stones thrown from Winnipeg. Amazing atmosphere and food…Read more
$$$$·Pizzeria·
Winnipeg
- Good for a Date
- Neighborhood Gem
- Special Occasion
Thanks! We really enjoyed our dinner. We’ll be back next time that we’re in the city.
$$$$·Vegetarian / Vegan·
Yorkville
- Good Vegetarian Options
- Vegan
- Good for a Date
Service was excellent. Food was good. We were jammed into a table which felt like we were in the way of everyone. It was very overcrowded. Great to see it’s so popular but awkward …Read more
$$$$·Portuguese·
Downtown
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
A perfect place to eat delicious meals and enjoy the wonderful city of Montréal ! I totally recommend this fancy place
$$$$·French / Canadian·
Old Montreal
- Special Occasion
- Tasting Menu
- Notable Wine List
Outstanding service and food, but start saving up, the most expensive restaurant in Montreal.
$$$$·Canadian·
Downtown / Financial District
- Good for a Date
- Fit for Foodies
- Creative Cuisine
Perfect night, the server was incredibly attentive without intrusion, the burger and dessert recommendations were delicious. The cocktails were well made. I think value for money…Read more
$$$$·Contemporary Canadian·
Downtown
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Fit for Foodies
Extremely attentive service. Phenomenal flavors - the mushroom on toast appetizer was sublime.
$$$$·Global, International·
Leslieville / Riverdale
- Good for a Date
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Fantastic, lively location with a great vibe
$$$$·Vegan·
Downtown / Financial District
- Vegan
- Good Vegetarian Options
- Healthy
Incredible service, atmosphere and vibe. The food never leaves taste buds disappointed. I love bringing hardcore carnivores here!
$$$$·Seafood·
Edmonton
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
Wonderful east coast vibe meal. I would recommend the family style dining to any and everyone
$$$$·Italian·
Downtown / Entertainment District
- Casual
- Good for a Date
- Pre/post Theatre
Food was great and service was quick! Would recommend Scaddabush to others!
$$$$·Italian·
Yorkville
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Good for Anniversaries
Great vibe. Sat at the bar with a friend for a great catch up dinner. Octopus was outstanding (must be tried). Pricey, so it's a special place to go. But if you're signing up f…Read more
$$$$·Asian·
Saskatoon
- Good for a Date
- Fit for Foodies
- Creative Cuisine
I would recommend this as a restaurant to share food. Portions are on the smaller size. presentation was beautiful. Lighting is a bit dim for me.
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Yorkville
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Good for Birthdays
Everything was great. Our server was amazing and super sweet! Definitely one of my favourite restaurants.
$$$$·Gastro Pub·
The Village
- Fun
- Good for a Date
- Handcrafted Cocktails
Live this place. Great food. Great atmosphere.
$$$$·Contemporary Canadian·
Calgary
- Fit for Foodies
- Good Vegetarian Options
- Good for a Date
We were celebrating our anniversary. The waitress seated us and then brought over two complimentary glasses of champagne! The meal was delicious, served hot and quickly and we savo…Read more
$$$$·Italian·
Downtown / Financial District
- Good for a Date
- Good for Groups
- Special Occasion
Great food. Fresh tasty. Great cannolis
$$$$·Italian·
Rosedale / Summerhill
- Good for a Date
- Good for Birthdays
- Casual
I could barely hear the conversation within my table. This place is loud AF.
$$$$·Italian·
Queen West
- Good for a Date
- Casual
- Authentic
Always recommend Terroni to everyone I know. Fab place
$$$$·Canadian·
Niagara-on-the-Lake
- Special Occasion
- Local Ingredients
- Good for a Date
What a lovely lunch. Our server was outstanding. She answered our questions and made perfect menu suggestions and kept our water topped up. The lobster club on duck fat fried brea…Read more
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Stadium District
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Romantic
Delicious steak, and very reasonably priced for the quality. The fresh shucked oysters were some of the best I’ve ever had. The overall ambience of the restaurant was very comforta…Read more
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Gastown
- Good for a Date
- Fit for Foodies
- Special Occasion
Can't say enough great things about our visit. 10/10