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R&D Restaurant - Toronto

Name: R&D Restaurant - Toronto
Address: 241 Spadina Ave, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5T 2E2
Telephone: (416) 586-1241
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (1613)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Contemporary Asian

241 Spadina Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2E2

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2 people

Jun 13, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Innovative
Good for special occasions
Lively

R&D is an urban casual restaurant in the heart of Toronto’s iconic Chinatown, headed by first-ever MasterChef Canada winner Eric Chong and his mentor, Michelin-starred restaurant owner Alvin Leung. The stylish interior reflects R&D's dualistic nature: open & abuzz with energy while preserving an intimate atmosphere.

At R&D, eastern dishes meet western style in the form of modern Chinese sharing plates, where classic ingredients are given a vanguard treatment.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Contemporary Asian, Asian, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(416) 586-1241
Website
http://www.rdspadina.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Eric Chong
Private party facilities
With its eclectic and laid-back interior, animated Chinatown home and daring Asian fusion fare, R&D is an ideal venue for lively cocktail receptions, intimate group dinners and more.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
241 Spadina Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2E2
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2022
Neighborhood
Chinatown / Kensington Market
Cross street
Spadina & Grange
Parking details
Street parking available on Spadina Avenue. Public parking available on Sullivan Street.
Public transit
Accessible via the 510 Spadina streetcar. Located in front of the Sullivan Street stop.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Best Duck in the City
Multiple dates available
Savour Chef Eric Chong's famous whole-roasted Pekin Duck for $120. Featuring roasted garlic hoisin, leeks and steamed baos, you're in for a formidable feast for two (or more)! We require 24 hours' notice to prepare your duck. Please book your reservation at least one day in advance and indicate how many ducks to prepare in the reservation note. Kindly ensure that you select 'The Best Duck in the City Experience' when making or rescheduling your reservation.

Popular dishes

CSBCA$15.00
char siu, housemade milk bun / 2pcs
Spinach Dip Spring RollsCA$15.00
gruyère, pecorino romano, pickled jalapeño / 3pcs
- 3 PcsCA$14.00
Pork & Crab Siu MaiCA$18.00
dungeness crab, shrimp, red thai curry, coconut / 4pcs
- 4 PcsCA$16.00
Shrimp ToastCA$20.00
preserved lemon emulsion, milk bread, lemon, chives
Grandpa's Fun GuoCA$25.00
chicken, brown butter leeks, porcini, fresh black truffle / 3pcs
Kalbi Beef BaoCA$15.00
beef short rib, kimchi, kewpie / 2pcs
- 2 PcsCA$14.00
Foie Gras SouCA$14.00
foie gras parfait, hazelnut, sour cherry, maple / 2pcs
- 2 PcsCA$14.00

Choi

Vegetables

Baby Gem SaladCA$16.00
preserved beancurd, pine nut confit, cilantro dressing
Brussels SproutsCA$16.00
deep-fried, chili glaze, wild rice
Charred BroccoliCA$16.00
'nduha xo, aged cheddar sauce, wild rice
Wok-Fried Long BeanCA$16.00
preserved black beans, lap cheong, crispy garlic
Yu Xiang EggplantCA$16.00
chili crisp, chipotle, ramps

Siu

Small

Vietnamese Beef CarpaccioCA$22.00
nuóc châm, crispy garlic, thai basil
Salmon SashimiCA$24.00
heirloom tomato, yuzu kosho, smoked kalamata olive
Popcorn ShrimpCA$19.00
prawn-crusted nobashi shrimp, crustacean emulsion
Lamb SpiducciCA$18.00
gochujang, wasabi peas, korean furikake
Crispy SquidCA$24.00
typhoon shelter crumb, leek butter, thai chili

Dai

Large

Fried ChickenCA$29.00
mandarin gastrique, 16-spice blend, togarashi chili
R&D Fried RiceCA$33.00
mushroom xo, porcini butter, maitake, olive leaf, singapore crunch
CavatelliCA$34.00
mala spices, oyster mushrooms, doubanjiang, dry-aged pork
Lamb Chow MeinCA$36.00
xinjiang style, fresh tagliatelle, lamb jus
Ibérico Char SiuCA$46.00
roasted pluma, scallion, wildflower honey, natural jus
Chicken Fried SkateCA$37.00
chili & ramp rémoulade, cured egg yolk, housemade preserves
@wok_lobsterCA$75.00
lobster dashi, caramelized carrot purée, vermicelli, poached tail
Wagyu BeefCA$120.00
a5 japanese wagyu strip loin, ponzu borderlaise, pomme purée, pearl onion
Best Duck In the CityCA$120.00
whole roasted pekin duck, roasted garlic hoisin, cucumber, leeks, steamed baos

Tim Ban

Dessert

Sticky Toffee PuddingCA$16.00
palm sugar toffee, medjool dates, caramelized apples, calvados cinnamon ice cream
Calpico Panna CottaCA$16.00
raspberry & milk sorbet, skyr yoghurt, garden basil
Molten Lava CakeCA$16.00
valrhona ivoire, lau sa, raspberry
Ice CreamCA$5.00
two scoops of mango, black sesame, red bean, matcha, or ube

What 1,613 people are saying

R&D Restaurant - Toronto reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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R&D Restaurant in Toronto offers an exceptional dining experience with its standout "peking duck" and "delicious food." The service is "attentive" and "friendly," enhancing the vibrant ambiance. While some reviews mention noise and occasional service issues, the innovative Asian fusion cuisine and accommodating staff make it a memorable visit worth repeating.

1,613 Reviews

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Christine
Toronto / Ontario1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The R&D rice is a must. Its outstanding. The Kao soy was excellent as well, as was the broccolini.
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Moji
Toronto / Ontario1 review
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food, chairs not v comfortable. Noise level relatively high
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Zoia VIP
Toronto / Ontario3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the beginning to the end we had nothing but only good experience. Great food with friendly staff is definitely something what makes us to come back! Thank you!
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Frank
Toronto / Ontario3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding. Every dish was perfect, every drink was delicious.
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OpenTable Diner
New York City3 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food and service was great. We loved the duck and it was well worth it.
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Roland REUBEN VIP
Toronto / Ontario2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Duck was excellent as always. and we always always come back for the fried rice.
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Vince
Toronto / Ontario6 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Decided for peking duck as a Mother’s Day dinner, and R&D was a phenomenal choice. The line was very accommodating as we were about half an hour early and seated right away. Food selection was plentiful and delicious, however, take menu into consideration if you have any allergies. Our choices tonight were simple—siu mai, shrimp toast, carpaccio, fried rice, and of course, peking duck. Duck was definitely the highlight of the show; paired with steamed baos and all the fixings. Overall, I was very impressed with tonight choice to visit R&D; looking forward to seeing you all again.
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Geoff
Toronto / Ontario6 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was an amazing find for us. For our Anniversary, we took in the afternoon matinee of Cirque. However, given the timing of the show and the transit congestion, I was concerned we would not meet our reseseration. I called the restaurant to inquire whether we should cancel and the nice woman explained that they would hold our spot, fully understanding the situation. Upon arrival, we were quickly seated and presented two flutes of champagne to celebrate. From the waiter explaining the recommendations to the outstanding speed, quality and presentation of the food, this was truly a memorable experience.
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Sam
Montreal / Quebec1 review
3.0
Dined on May 9, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Went for our anniversary. Special night with some expectations. Food started great .. but we soon realized almost everything was spicy (we had our 7 year old daughter and 9 year old son with us). Service was great. But the food was not to our expectations. I've been to many Michelin star and plate restaurants around the world. I had to Google this one to see and verify because it was a big let down. Duck was also too fatty. The skin should be crisp. It wasn't. Lastly .. the entire family ended up drinking so much water afterwards. Not due to spice or saltiness, but due to msg. I can tell they use a ton of msg here. Lips were tingling... Usually a sign of msg usage. Michelin plates should be great food at a value. Spending $400 later.. no, I do not agree. Furniture and walls clearly needed cleaning also. Overall.. subpar experience with msg infused food. Does not deserve a Michelin plate rating. We all walked out saying we won't be back.
R&D Restaurant - TorontoResponded on May 12, 2025
Hi Sam, thank you for dining with us and sharing your feedback. We are sorry to hear about your disappointment with your current experience. While we’re glad to hear you enjoyed the service, we’re genuinely sorry that the food didn’t meet your expectations. Please feel free to send us a message through our website, if you would like to discuss your experience with us further. Thank you.
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Walid VIP
Toronto / Ontario10 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food is great if not a little on the pricey side. The duck is as advertised! Service was attentive but not too much so.
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