Top 25 Restaurants for Solo Dining in Canada for 2019

by As Voted by OpenTable Diners

Updated November 18, 2019

Who says you can’t have a party of one? Solo dining in Canada is on the rise, reservations for parties of one have grown by 75 per cent since 2017. OpenTable's Top 25 Restaurants for Solo Dining in Canada for 2019 celebrates solo diners and the restaurants that welcome them. The list of honorees is based on an analysis of 500,000+ reviews of more than 3,000 restaurants across the country—all submitted by verified diners.

Akira Back

4.8

4.8 (1921)

CAN$51 and over

Asian

Entertainment District

About the restaurant

We had the most amazing experience. Josh our server very friendly and knowledgable of the menu and history of Akira Back . We met Sous chef Kim and answered all of our questions about the menu. The attention to every detail with table maintenance was spot on and the food was well presented and simple. The food was delicious and fresh. We will definitely recommend this restaurant to our friends. Thanks again for a memorable experience.

Top review

maria fernanda

Dined 4 days ago

Loved this restaurant. FRESH FOOD AND IT WAS DELICIOUS

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4.7

4.7 (1739)

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary Canadian

Downtown

About the restaurant

Food is inventive and surprising.

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Francine

Dined 7 days ago

Got a gift certificate as a Xmas gift! WOW what a great experience! Food was awesome and plenty of it! I would recommend trying it at least once!

DaiLo

4.8

4.8 (1416)

CAN$51 and over

Asian

Little Italy / College St.

About the restaurant

The food did not disappoint in any way. We did the chefs choice five course meal and it was truly outstanding. The octopus tacos and the venison carpaccio were truly amazing. The service was equally outstanding. They were very attentive. I would go back in a heartbeat. Best meal of 2019 for us!

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Joey

Dined 3 days ago

One of the best dining experiences my partner and I have ever had in Toronto.

Damas

4.8

4.8 (4729)

CAN$51 and over

Syrian

Mile End

About the restaurant

Heard great things about Damas, and was not disappointed at all. Will be back 100%.

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Roger

Dined 4 days ago

Great food, service and experience. Highly recommend!

Eden - Rimrock Resort Hotel

4.9

4.9 (1358)

CAN$51 and over

Canadian

Banff

About the restaurant

Incredible evening, easily the best food and service and I’ve ever received. Very excited to visit again the next time I’m in Banff.

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Grace

Dined on Jan 2, 2025

This is the best restaurant that I have ever dined in. Beef tenderloin was the best dish I have ever tasted; everything about it was amazing. Even though it says 4 course meals together it was about 9, so keep that in mind if you’re ordering the 7 course one. They even gave a pumpkin cake to enjoy for the next day. Service was also best of the best. Even though Canada doesn’t follow the Michelin guide this is probably a 2-star Michelin restaurant if you’re looking for a comparison. Please do me a favour and come to Eden!!!

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Experience

Cellar Experience

Experience

Seven Course Tasting Menu

Experience

Four Course Tasting Menu

Grapes

4.9

4.9 (299)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Wine Bar

Banff

About the restaurant

Awesome charcuterie and fondue. Great cocktails and wine selection. Be sure to reserve early as it is a very small, intimate bar. Servers are very friendly and knowledgeable about menu items.

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VictoriaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Fantastic service and great selection of food! We would highly recommend!

Grey Gardens

4.9

4.9 (1229)

CAN$51 and over

Contemporary American

Chinatown / Kensington Market

About the restaurant

Just great - lived up to expectations. Great wine list too.

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FredVIP

Dined on Jan 16, 2025

Dinner for two at the chef’s bar on a Wednesday evening. We come here frequently, and love the shared plates and the attentive service. We always add a request for wine pairing with each course and half glasses make that ideal for us. The duck was spectacular. All the rest was excellent, but the duck…..

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Experience

Grey Monday - January 27

Experience

Valentine's Day @ GG ❤️

Experience

Grey Monday - February 24

La Banane

5.0

5 (849)

CAN$51 and over

French

Ossington

About the restaurant

It was an entirely lovely experience!

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LaurieVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Impeccable service and excellent food. We’ve been twice and will definitely be back.

Le Club Chasse et Pêche

4.9

4.9 (1605)

CAN$51 and over

French

Old Montreal

About the restaurant

Awesome food and overall experience. We had the surf and turf and filet. Outstanding!

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AndreaVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Our dinner was simply outstanding. The food was great - innovative and scrumptious. The service was excellent.

Opus Restaurant

5.0

5 (337)

CAN$51 and over

Continental

The Annex

About the restaurant

Great food, very nice service, the best wine list I ever saw. Great place for a wonderful evening!

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ChrisVIP

Dined on Dec 20, 2024

Despite frequenting the area for years, this was my first visit to Opus and we were thoroughly rewarded. The menu was incredible, fresh and delicious. Lots of exciting dishes to choose from. The service was attentive without smothering; the wine list was astounding. Recommend.

Pigeonhole - 17th Ave

4.8

4.8 (1751)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Dining Bar

Downtown

About the restaurant

Everything was great! One of our favourite places to dine.

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BrettVIP

Dined 7 days ago

A brunch meal where you can make an official reservation? Count me in

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Smoked Ham Croquettes

Scaramouche Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (3126)

CAN$51 and over

French

Midtown / Uptown

About the restaurant

Never had a bad meal/experience here. Everything is on point.

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AlizaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

What a special evening and Dean was so attentive and kind. Truly made the evening even more wonderful. Thank you so much!!! We truly enjoyed

Sukiyaki House

4.8

4.8 (1024)

CAN$30 and under

Japanese

Downtown

About the restaurant

This place is delicious. Everything we ate was really well prepared and very fresh! The spicy mayo is incredible.

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James

Dined 2 days ago

The food is always delicious, and service is always friendly and welcoming. One of my favourites for lunch downtown!

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4.8

4.8 (6316)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Canadian

Calgary

About the restaurant

The food never lets me down! Pasta dishes are always so great!! Love the aesthetics of the restaurant so much and prices are so reasonable for good food! My favorite restaurant in Calgary hands down!

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StephenVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Amazing amazing amazing!!!!!! Loyal fan of this restaurant and best in town.

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5.0

5 (2457)

CAN$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Edmonton

About the restaurant

Extraordinary!

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JeffVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent food and service. Will definitely return.

Yasu Toronto

4.7

4.7 (607)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Harbord Village

About the restaurant

Very cozy location with an intimate experience that is both delicious and informative.

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Shae

Dined on Jan 5, 2025

Fantastic. One of the best Omakase’s I’ve ever had.

Yukashi Japanese Cuisine

5.0

5 (349)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Yonge and Eglinton

About the restaurant

First time there, chef and the waitress were really nice. The food is good. Recommend the counter seats.

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Elissa

Dined on Dec 15, 2024

Delicious culinary experience with lovely attentive wait staff. A great way to celebrate a birthday.

Yuwa Japanese Cuisine (fka Zest Restaurant)

4.9

4.9 (1296)

CAN$51 and over

Japanese

Kitsilano

About the restaurant

A chic menu, expertly prepared and delivered. The food was delicate and absolutely delicious!

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Theresa

Dined on Jan 17, 2025

Our 3rd time dining here, great neighborhood restaurant with exquisite dishes, excellent service, relax atmosphere, easy to find parking spot. It is our go to spot with friends & family for a special meals.

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