If you’ve been looking for a new restaurant to try for your next night out, perhaps consider one of the hottest new tables in the country.
Every year, the Canada’s Best New Restaurants list drops the ultimate guide to the nation’s most exciting dining rooms, and the 2026 edition has just confirmed what locals already knew: Toronto’s food scene is top notch.
From Vancouver to Halifax, the 2026 list ranked ten restaurants across Canada they’re touting as the best newcomers, and two from Toronto made the cut.
No. 6
At number 6 on the list is Toronto’s N.L. Ginzburg, the latest project from the team behind Dreyfus and Taverne Bernhardt’s. This cozy spot has quickly become a neighbourhood favourite for its thoughtful approach to seasonal cooking and use of hyper-seasonal Canadian ingredients.
No. 7
Right on its heels in 7th position is Sammarco, a sleek Italian steakhouse by restaurateur David Minicucci and chef Rob Rossi, the partners behind Giulietta and Osteria Giulia. Not only was it praised for its elevated menu, but it also took home the special award for best restaurant design, making it the perfect destination for those who like their ribeye served with a side of architectural eye candy.
Beyond the bragging rights, these rankings spotlight the chefs and restaurateurs who are pushing the boundaries of what it means to eat well in Toronto. From luxe Italian concepts in the Financial District to innovative bistros tucked away in quiet corners of the city, the 2026 list is a reminder that there’s always something delicious waiting to be discovered.
Just be sure to book your table soon; with the national spotlight shining on them, those reservations are about to become the most coveted tickets in town. You can see the full list here on the Canada’s 100 Best website.
