Casual and chill but supremely chic nonetheless, Manita is one of the dreamiest places in Toronto no matter the time of day. The booths are so comfortable it's worth elbowing your dining companion out of the way for the best seat in the house.

What began as a takeaway window during the pandemic has quickly blossomed into one of Toronto's most beloved spots. The kitchen team at The Haifa Room serves up excellent Palestinian and Israeli dishes in a cosy, industrial-leaning space.

Chef and owner Teo Paul lived a past life on a farm, and his menu reflects that same reverence for the earth. This farm-to-table French-Canadian restaurant has a menu full of refined yet rustic bistro classics.