Coquine

Coquine Restaurant markets itself as "European" but let's be honest: it is Parisian all the way. It has all the crusty bread you could hope for (unless you are on a gluten free diet). It has a warm atmosphere with staff that won't make you feel stupid for not understanding the different between an accent aigu and an accent grave. Bistro food extends to silky French onion soup, steak frites with herb butter and a cassoulet that tops meat with Duck confit for the ultimate in protein. There is also brunch, which is a huge hit in summer, but this is old news for Torontonians. Brunch goes with Toronto almost as easily as the CN Tower.