Restaurant 20 Victoria
20 Victoria St, Toronto, ON M5C 2A1, Canada
Phone: (416) 804-6066
Website: https://instagram.com/twentyvictoria
Restaurant 20 Victoria in Toronto is a 4.4-star restaurant with 348 Google reviews, known for Milk Bread and Halibut.
Why we love it
- Modern Canadian with French influence
- Cozy and relaxed, intimate celebration spot, Michelin-recognized
- Tasting menu with chef explanations
- Modern Canadian with French influence
- Located nearby
- Cozy and relaxed, intimate celebration spot, Michelin-recognized
- Tasting menu with chef explanations
What to Order
Milk Bread
This humble bread is a standout, praised for its soft, springy texture and ability to soak up sauces, making it a surprisingly memorable part of the meal.
"Soft, springy, and cloud-light, it was a joy in its own right - the kind of bread you tear into for every meal of the day. The browned crust carried a nutty aroma and faint salt shimmer, while the interior's web of gluten threads held butter like silk, catching dew."
Bredgy L.
Halibut
A consistently praised seafood dish, often highlighted for its light preparation and delicious flavor profile.
"the halibut was our favourite, the salad even though I’m not a salad guy was delicious, the mussels wrapped like a cold cut was out of this world."
Leo M
Scallop & Turnip
Nova Scotia scallops are served with a unique sesame and flaxseed crust, complemented by almond ajo blanco and turnip top pesto.
"Nova Scotia scallops, sweet as cream, came sheathed in a crust of toasted sesame and flaxseed - nutty, fragrant, and whispering of nuttiness and smoke. Beneath, a pairing of almond ajo blanco and peppery turnip top pesto deepened the sweetness with spiced umami."
Bredgy L.
Cornish Hen & Ratatouille
This main course features perfectly roasted Cornish hen with incredibly moist meat, served alongside a thoughtfully executed ratatouille.
"The hen, roasted to golden perfection, defied expectation: its crackling skin hid a whisper of rendered fat, giving way to meat so moist and tender that the breast could easily pass for dark meat. Each slice sang with concentrated, pure, primal chicken flavour that made me question every other poultry I’ve ever consumed."
Bredgy L.
Leeks and Pistachios with Brown Butter Sabayonne
A surprising highlight, this vegetable dish is elevated by a rich brown butter sabayonne, offering a unique and memorable flavor combination.
"An incredible meal start to finish, the highlight of which was probably the leeks and pistachios with brown butter sabayonne (unfortunately a blurry pic)."
Logan Gooding
Inside Scoop
- Reservations are essential due to the small, intimate space.
- The tasting menu changes frequently, so expect new dishes on return visits.
- Chefs often come to the table to explain dishes, adding a personal touch to the experience.
- The cocktail selection is limited; consider focusing on their well-curated wine list.
- Service is generally warm and attentive, but can occasionally be slow.