As the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) gets underway, several new restaurants are becoming popular destinations for industry players seeking both culinary experiences and deal-making opportunities. These establishments offer diverse cuisines and atmospheres catering to the needs of TIFF attendees.
Arbequina Restaurant, led by Executive Chef and owner Moeen Abuzaid, is a Michelin Guide-rated sanctuary offering a modern take on classic Middle Eastern cuisine. Abuzaid, who came to Toronto by way of New York City and a Palestinian refugee camp in Jordan, aims to “honor where [dishes] come from while expressing them through my own experience as a chef.” Menu highlights include Freekeh, Jerusalem Artichoke ($37), Sea Bass, Red Tatbileh ($65), Za’atar Bread ($16), and Angus Beef Shawarma ($27). The restaurant is located at 325 Roncesvalles Avenue, Toronto, and can be reached at 416-533 0786 or arbequinato.com.
The Dirty Laundry provides crucial cocktails and Tex-Mex delights for TIFF attendees. Owner and bartender Robin Goodfellow described the menu from chef Renelle Joubert, stating, “Just because something is peak in execution, doesn’t mean it has to cost an arm and a leg. We’re also big Nirvana fans.” Offerings include Nachos Too ($25), Crispy Catfish Sando ($15), and a TDL Burger ($14), alongside signature cocktails like The Grove ($19) and The Grotto ($21). The restaurant is located at 1186 Queen St West, Toronto, and can be found at thedirtttylaundry.com.
Mizunara, a Japanese whisky-first bar and restaurant near Roy Thomson Hall, offers a Tokyo-inspired ambiance. Executive Chef Alyssa Figueira’s menu features dishes inspired by her travels, such as Charred Scallop ($28), inspired by Park Güell in Barcelona, and Summer Salad ($13), created after viewing Vincent Van Gogh’s Irises painting. Figueira explains, “Time spent traveling through the world…has impacted my palette immensely. Art has been a big influence in my career.” Other dishes include Agedashi Tofu ($18) and Moules Frites ($36), paired with cocktails like Tetsu Highball ($19), Oki Dokey ($22), and Rubaiyat ($21). The restaurant is located at 235 Adelaide Street West, Toronto, and can be reached at (416) 298 4321 or mizunara.ca.
Bar Romy, opened by Charles Khabouth, is a casual Italian bar and bistro offering handmade pastas like Canestri ($28), paninis like Genovese ($21) and Caprese ($19), and pizzas like the Margherita ($23) and Funghi ($25). Chef Ben Heaton emphasizes classic Italian dishes done to perfection, stating, “everything is rooted in simplicity, flavor and letting great ingredients speak for themselves.” The restaurant is located at 295 Adelaide St W, Toronto, and can be reached at (647) 794 1994 or https://barromy.com.
Finally, Honey offers Pan-Asian cuisine on King Street, with playful takes on classic Dim Sum dishes like Har Gow ($16) and Wagyu Beef Dumpling ($16), and entrees like Malaysian Fried Chicken ($38) and Miso Glazed Cod ($32).
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