Pre-Concert Dinner in Toronto

[srqbeachgirl]

My boyfriend and I are heading up to Toronto for a concert mid-July. (First time to the city for the both of us.) Concert is at the Phoenix, we are staying at the Drake. Need a recommendation for an early (say 7ish) dinner near one of the two locales. We lean towards smaller restaurants with great style and amazing food as opposed to loud cocktail-y places. (Don't get me wrong, though, we do like to drink!) Price isn't really an issue. Thoughts, anyone?

[ChalkBoy]

You're aware the Drake is a "loud cocktail-y place"? The Phoenix is in a bit of a dead zone, but the Drake is hipster central. Try Foxley, Pizzeria Libretto or Delux on nearby Ossington for interesting spots to eat, tho Libretto is a zoo but worth it IMHO IIRC.

[srqbeachgirl]

Thanks for the recs, ChalkBoy. Have heard about Libretto from another friend. And YES very aware of the cocktail-y Drake - we are looking forward to enjoying a few libations there pre-post concert. Cheers!

[estufarian]

Neither Foxley nor Pizza Libretto take reservations - could be a problem if you have a specific deadline.

[torontofoodiegirl]

I loved Delux the one time I was there.