Contrada
537 College St, Toronto, ON M6G 1A9, Canada
Phone: (416) 519-3455
Website: https://www.contradarestaurant.com/
Contrada in Toronto is a 4.6-star restaurant with 325 Google reviews, known for Mackerel Crostini and Duck Agnolotti.
Why we love it
- Italian with modern influences
- Cozy atmosphere, attentive service, vibrant ambiance
- Full-service with a romantic setting
- Italian with modern influences
- Located nearby
- Cozy atmosphere, attentive service, vibrant ambiance
- Full-service with a romantic setting
What to Order
Mackerel Crostini
This starter features brined Spanish mackerel, lemon mascarpone, pickled fennel, and gremolata, offering a light yet layered flavor profile with bright citrus notes.
"The Crostini was our favourite. The flavour is really good, all the components go well together in the dish."
Elora Tanna
Duck Agnolotti
A rich and comforting pasta dish with duck confit, praised for its depth of flavor and perfect execution.
"Then we shared two pastas: agnolotti (duck confit) and tagliatelle (seafood). They were both unforgettable."
Rafaela Pimenta
Braised Beef Cheek Cavatelli
This pasta dish is noted for its rich and comforting qualities, with generous portions and precise cooking.
"For mains, the duck agnolotti and braised beef cavatelli were rich and comforting, while the whole sea bream was expertly prepared and classically plated."Nicolas Aldea
Pork Chop
A standout main course, this pork chop is described as a masterpiece, cooked with precision and offering an insane flavor.
"This was my first time trying pork chop, and what can I say? It’s truly a masterpiece."
Martin
Chocolate Bar Dessert
A unique take on a chocolate bar, this dessert is a burst of flavors including banana, caramel, hazelnut, dark chocolate, and a crunchy layer.
"Dessert, their take on a chocolate bar, tasted like Ferrero Rocher, banana, and pure excellence."
Carmelo S
Fried Oyster Mushrooms
These small plates are fantastic, delivering bold and satisfying flavors that make for a great start to the meal.
"To start, we shared dressed olives and fried oyster mushrooms, both fantastic small plates that delivered bold, satisfying flavours."
Nicolas Aldea
Inside Scoop
- Consider sitting at the bar for a more interactive experience with the staff.
- The restaurant can get quite buzzing at full capacity, but maintains an upbeat and cool atmosphere.
- While the menu leans towards carnivores, there are still good options for vegetarians.
- Service is attentive without being intrusive, with staff working seamlessly as a team.
- The patio is a great option for warmer weather, offering a different ambiance.