Nota Bene
Cuisine: American, Canadian, Fusion, New American
Price: $$$
10Best Says
Right smack in the heart of the Entertainment District, it is indeed possible to have uncomplicated, unfussy food that is all about freshness. Nota Bene has a modern vibe, with a luminescent mural... Read More
Right smack in the heart of the Entertainment District, it is indeed possible to have uncomplicated, unfussy food that is all about freshness. Nota Bene has a modern vibe, with a luminescent mural spanning the entire back wall of the restaurant. The local seasonal menu can be as hearty as you wish, from Quebec fois gras to B.C. Halibut cheeks. The sparing menu is carefully designed with extravagant choices flavour-wise. It might be wise not to even look at the dessert menu - it is far too tempting. Nota Bene will not disappoint. From the skilled waitstaff to the stunning food presentation, we are not sure it even knows how to.
Address:
180 Queen St W
Toronto, ON M5V 3X3
416-977-6400
Hours:
- Mon-Thu: 11:30am-2:30pm,; 5pm-9:30pm
- Fri: 11:30am-2:30pm,; 5pm-10:30pm
- Sat: 5pm-10:30pm
Website:
notabenerestaurant.com
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Courtney Sunday
Toronto Local Expert
- Entertainment District's Best Restaurants: "Those attending a show at the nearby Four Seasons Centre - home of the Canadian Opera Company and National Ballet of Canada - can treat themselves to Nota Bene's pre-theatre pre-fixe. It's available from 5pm to 6:30pm on show evenings."
- Group Friendly: "You can book up to 20 people online, but bigger groups are welcome. There is even a dining area specifically for those who come with a sizeable entourage."
- Best for Entertainment District's Best Restaurants Because: Chef David Lee's ability to merge fresh, local ingredients with French and Asian cuisines has to be experienced.
- Best for Group Friendly Because: One of Toronto's favourite restaurants welcomes groups, which is good, as the 60-day dry-aged Cumbrae Farms Ribsteak for Two isn't going to eat itself.
