Aliu IsaBloor West Village is the world’s first Business Improvement Area (BIA). Meaning, local businesses work together to upgrade the community, making it a cool place to visit.
As amazing as that sounds, what makes this spot even more epic is its amazing food scene. Bloor West Village offers some of the best global eats in the city, all tucked into a charming, walkable strip.
We’re talking about authentic Italian trattorias, cozy French bistros, spicy Indian curry houses, homey Ukrainian diners, and everything in between.
Excited to explore this culinary paradise? Then, check out the best restaurants Bloor West Village has to offer!
Dokkaebi
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Website: http://dokkaebi.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dokkaebi.ca/
Address: 1620 Bloor St W
Hours:
- Mon, Wed – Sat: 11:30 AM – 10 PM
- Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9 PM
Contact: (647) 347-4522
Dokkaebi is named after those playful, mischievous creatures from Korean folklore, and their sushi is just as cheeky. This spot serves up fresh, flavorful sushi that’s also beautiful—it’s not hard to imagine mythical Dokkaebi spirits dancing around your plate!
Their menu is packed with fusion creations that are as vibrant as they are delicious. Don’t miss their salmon rolls—they have a buttery texture and are insanely fresh.
Pair your meal with sake, beer, or wine, and you’ve got yourself a pretty perfect evening. Oh, and happy hour runs from 5 PM to 10 PM every day (except Tuesday).
Pro Tip:
If you’re ordering for a group or a special event, go big with Dokkaebi’s Tasting (46 pcs), Signature (56 pcs), or Dragon Box (40 pcs). They’re loaded with sashimi and sushi—perfect for impressing your friends (or, you know, just treating yourself!).
Marusya’s Kitchen
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Website: https://www.marusyaskitchen.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janchenkobakery/
Address: 2432 Bloor St W
Hours:
- Monday: 11 AM – 6 PM
- Wed, Sun: 10 AM – 6 PM
- Thurs – Fri: 10 AM – 8 PM
- Saturday: 9 AM – 9 PM
Contact: (437) 880-8363
Marusya’s Kitchen, the sister restaurant of Janchenko Bakery, serves cozy, heartwarming Ukrainian comfort food that feels like a hug from your grandma. Their goal is to cook traditional dishes with so much love and care.
We love their fresh shuba salad—it’s a generous, beautifully layered chopped salad with beet, herring, eggs, and a sneaky little addition of salmon. Another crowd-pleaser is their syrniki or sweet farm cheese pancakes that come with sour cream and jam.
With two floors, a spacious second level, and a nice outdoor patio, it’s perfect for families (hello, kid-friendly vibes!). It’s the kind of place where you can kick back, relax, and enjoy good food with good company.
Pro Tip:
For borsch lovers, Marusya offers two fantastic options: go for the Green Borsch with fresh sorrel, steak, boiled eggs, and potatoes, or keep it classic with the vegetarian Beet Borsch. Either way, you’re in for a treat!
Osmow’s Shawarma
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Website: https://osmows.com/shawarma-toronto-bloor-brunswick/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/osmows/
Address: 2406 Bloor St W
Hours:
- Mon – Wed: 11 AM – 3 AM
- Thurs – Sat: 11 AM – 4 AM
- Sunday: 11 AM – 12 AM
Contact Details: (416) 519-2779
Osmow’s Shawarma is the go-to spot for Mediterranean and Middle Eastern eats. Starting as a humble spot back in 2001, it has exploded into one of North America’s fastest-growing quick-service chains with over 175 locations—and for a good reason.
They’ve got the best shawarmas around, mixing modern flair with classic flavors that keep fans coming back for more. We’re obsessed with the mixed chicken-lamb shawarma; it’s juicy, flavorful, and absolutely satisfying.
For something more personalized, try the Oz Box. Pick your protein (chicken, beef, lamb—you name it), choose a base of rice or fries, and add a fresh salad like fattoush, Caesar, or Greek to complete your meal. Enjoy!
Pro Tip:
If you love Osmow’s so much you want to wear it, check out their merch—they’ve got everything from hoodies and shirts to slides and even baby onesies. Who knew shawarma could look so stylish?
Flame Food+Design
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Website: https://flame.plus/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flame.plus
Address: 2197 Bloor St W
Hours: Tue – Sun: 1 PM – 11 PM
Contact: (416) 762-6000
Flame Food + Design blends three amazing concepts into one: a cozy café, a stylish design store, and a restaurant dishing out modern Anatolian eats directly from an Argentinian grill. Need we say more?
Head to the first floor, where most diners gather for delicious Turkish dinners. Upstairs, it’s a different vibe with an all-day café serving up strong Turkish coffee, classic Italian espressos, and a light lunch menu that includes fluffy French crêpes.
When you sit down, you’re greeted with their “Nice To Meet” plate—a complimentary blackened Turkish siyah bread paired with a mix of olive oil, cheese, garlic, and herbs. For the main event, go for The Delicioso—a juicy veal shank cooked with dried fruits!
Pro Tip:
Save room for dessert! Flame’s kunafa is a must-try, topped with fior de latte and pistachio liquor cream butter—it’s a bite of pure bliss that you’ll want all to yourself.
La Capricciosa
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Website: https://lacapricciosa.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lacapricciosator/
Address: 2372 Bloor St W
Hours:
- Tue – Thurs, Sun: 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM
- Fri – Sat: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Contact: (416) 763-6164
La Capricciosa is all about making you feel at home while savoring the authentic tastes of Italy. The chef, inspired by his childhood in Sicily, brings a touch of history and tradition to every dish, making you feel like you’re dining in a cozy Sicilian kitchen.
Start with their spaghetti carbonara—a comforting bowl of spaghetti tossed with parmigiana, egg yolk, and crispy guanciale. Or, you can go with another Italian classic: the veal parmigiana, a tender, breaded veal cutlet smothered in tomato sauce.
And, of course, don’t skip dessert! Their ricotta e pera cheesecake is creamy, crumbly, and filled with pear and ricotta—a perfect sweet finish to a nice meal.
Pro Tip:
La Capricciosa offers catering services that bring their incredible Italian flavors to spruce up your special occasion. Their team will help you create a custom menu of curated platters and trays right to your home—no fuss, no muss!
Brasa Peruvian Kitchen
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Website: https://brasaperuvian.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brasaperuvian/
Address: 2114 Bloor St W, Unit B
Hours: Mon – Sun: 11 AM – 9 PM
Contact: +1 844-692-7272
Brasa Peruvian Kitchen brings the bold flavors of Peru to Bloor West Village, and trust us, you’ll want to dig in! This joint is a delicious way to explore the Pacific Ocean, Andes Mountains, and Amazon Rainforest—all without leaving Toronto.
With everything designed by Peruvian-born chefs, made fresh in-house, and nutritionist-approved, you know you’re in for a yummy (and absurdly healthy) treat!
We can’t get enough of their Hot Brasa Chicken bowl. It’s packed with mixed greens, juicy Brasa roasted chicken, mint cucumber, roasted potatoes, raw carrots, Peruvian salsa criolla, golden beets, and a kick of hot rocoto + lime sauce.
Pro Tip:
Let Brasa Peruvian Kitchen host your next corporate event. With catering clients like Adidas, Visa, Twitter, and Google, you know your menu is in good hands.
Falafel World
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Website: https://www.yelp.ca/biz/falafel-world-toronto
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/falafelworld_/
Address: 2396 Bloor St W
Hours: Mon – Sun: 10 AM – 8 PM
Contact Details: (416) 769-9336
Falafel World is the cozy, family-owned Lebanese gem that’s been serving up fresh and authentic Middle Eastern eats for over 30 years. With a reputation for having some of the best shawarma in Toronto, this eatery never disappoints.
Their dishes are packed with flavor, and the portions are super generous. Everything tastes incredibly fresh, right down to the soft, never-stale pita bread and the house-made toppings, including those iconic pickled turnips.
The falafel plate is a must-try—crispy on the outside, perfectly soft in the middle, and bursting with just the right amount of seasoning. Better order two, since you might crave one for later!
Pro Tip:
If you want to spice things up, add a splash of Falafel World’s homemade hot sauce. Just make sure not to overdo it because it’s really (I mean, seriously) hot!
Simply Thai Cuisine
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Website: https://simplythaicuisine.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplythaito/
Address: 2253 Bloor St W
Hours:
- Mon – Thurs, Sun: 12 PM – 9 PM
- Fri – Sat: 12 PM – 10 PM
Contact: (416) 769-8866
Simply Thai Cuisine is bound to win you over with its welcoming vibe, friendly staff, and a menu packed with all the classic Thai dishes you crave. In fact, it was even voted the best Thai restaurant in the city by Toronto Sun readers back in 2003!
Their menu is full of delicious options, from chicken and beef to seafood and vegetarian dishes that cater to every taste. Our fave is their satay—tender marinated grilled chicken or beef on skewers served with a side salad and that addictive peanut sauce.
For spice enthusiasts, the green chicken curry is a must-try, loaded with creamy coconut milk, green curry sauce, tender chicken, bamboo shoots, and basil. And it’s pretty mild, so if you love your curry hot, make sure to ask for extra spicy.
Pro Tip:
Weeknights at Simply Thai are perfect for low-key date nights. It’s not too busy, so you can snag a table right away and enjoy the dimmed lights and soft music for that cozy, romantic vibe!
Queen’s Pasta Café
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Website: https://www.queenspastacafe.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/queenspastacafe
Address: 2263 Bloor St W
Hours: Mon – Sun: 12 PM – 9 PM
Contact: (416) 766-0993
Queen’s Pasta Café started as a humble one-room takeout spot in the West Village. Fast forward over 30 years, and they’ve expanded to include an upstairs seating area perfect for overflow and private events.
Specializing in fresh pasta, they’ve mastered the art of comfort food. Speaking of which, try their short rib ravioli—pasta stuffed with tender, melt-in-your-mouth short-rib beef, all swimming in a rich brown butter sauce and asiago cheese.
Before the main dish, you can kick off your meal with the mushroom crostini. It’s a crispy delight topped with mixed mushrooms and creamy Stracciatella cheese, drizzled with a touch of truffle honey—it’s like a little bite of heaven.
Pro Tip:
Are you a cheese lover? Just ask your server to sprinkle some extra parmesan on your pasta for an extra cheesy experience at Queen’s Pasta Café!
The Three Speed
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Website: https://www.thethreespeed.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thethreespeedbar/
Address: 1163 Bloor St W
Hours:
- Mon – Fri: 5 PM – 2 AM
- Sat – Sun: 12 PM – 2 AM
Contact: (647) 430-3834
The Three Speed is the kind of place that nails that effortless charm—a no-frills bar and pub right in Bloor West with an awesome patio. With a relaxed vibe and microbrews on tap, it’s perfect for kicking back with friends or cozying up for a casual meal.
Their brown sugar salmon is a crowd-pleaser. This flaky, slightly sweet, and spicy filet comes roasted to perfection with a hint of chilis and served over a refreshing mixed greens salad, loaded with apples, cucumber, and a tangy lime yogurt dressing.
For something heartier, the crispy chicken thigh paired with mac n’ cheese is a crowd-pleaser. Think tender chicken cutlet alongside creamy mac topped with perfectly seasoned breadcrumbs, plus a simple side salad and pickles.
Pro Tip:
If you’re planning a weekend brunch, make sure to book ahead because The Three Speed gets packed, especially on their sunny, leafy patio.
