The annual Michelin Guide ceremony is basically the Oscars of the Toronto food scene; a night where the city’s culinary stars shine brightest and the dining world pauses to see who takes home the most coveted honours.
This year brought a mix of surprises, upsets, and well-deserved wins. The biggest shock? Sushi Masaki Saito, historically Canada’s most-awarded restaurant, had one of its Two Stars removed, bringing it down to a One Star. On the other hand, Pearl Morissette in Lincoln claimed the crown, earning Two Stars plus a Green Star this year.
The 2025 MICHELIN Guide Toronto & Region also welcomed a brand-new One Star restaurant and continued to honour standouts across Bib Gourmands, Green Stars, and Recommended picks.
Here’s how the stars (and more) shook out this year:
Two Stars
Reserved for restaurants that deliver exceptional cuisine worth a detour, the Two Star category represents the very top tier of the Toronto & Region dining scene.
Restaurant Pearl Morissette is officially been awarded Two Michelin Stars, and is the only restaurant currently holding the double star designation in this region.
One Star
One Star restaurants are recognized as very good in their category, consistently serving dishes that are elevated, flavourful, and beautifully executed.
Some new movements in this category for 2025 include the addition of aKin in Toronto, receiving One Star, and Sushi Masaki Saito in Toronto receiving One Star, from their previous Two.
These restaurants have also retained their One Michelin Star in and around Toronto:
- Aburi Hana, Toronto
- Alo, Toronto
- DaNico, Toronto
- Don Alfonso 1890, Toronto
- Edulis, Toronto
- Enigma Yorkville, Toronto
- Hexagon, Oakville
- Kaiseki Yu-zen Hashimoto, Toronto
- Kappo Sato, Toronto
- Osteria Giulia, Toronto
- Quetzal, Toronto
- Restaurant 20 Victoria, Toronto
- Shoushin, Toronto
- The Pine, Creemore
Bib Gourmands
Bib Gourmand picks highlight restaurants that deliver incredible food at a great value, making them perfect for casual-yet-delicious date nights.
Bib Gourmands that were announced at the 2025 reception include Conejo Negro and Rasa in Toronto, Guru Lukshmi in Mississauga, and Berkeley North in Hamilton.
Plus, previous awardees remain on the list like:
- BB’s, Toronto
- Sunny’s Chinese, Toronto
- Tiflisi, Toronto
- White Lily Diner, Toronto
- Enoteca Sociale, Toronto
- Favourites Thai BBQ, Toronto
Green Stars
The Green Star shines a light on restaurants that are leading the way in sustainability, celebrating kitchens that are as thoughtful about the planet as they are about their plates.
Restaurant Pearl Morissette was awarded a Green Star in addition to their Two Stars designation; and the White Lily Diner in Toronto has a Green Star.
Michelin Recommended
These restaurants may not yet hold a star or Bib, but their exceptional menus have earned them a place on MICHELIN’s radar and are definitely spots to add to your foodie list.
These include:
- Azura – 162 Danforth Ave, Toronto
- Bar Goa – 36 Toronto St, Toronto
- Down Home Farmhouse Restaurant – 135299 9 Line, Markdale
- Famiglia Baldassarre – 122 Geary Ave, Toronto
- Fat Rabbit – 34 Geneva St, St. Catharines
- Langdon Hall Country House Hotel & Spa – 1 Langdon Dr, Cambridge
- Restaurant Lucie – 100 Yonge St, Toronto
- Mama Fatma Turkish Cuisine – 6970 Financial Dr, Mississauga
- Northern Smokes – 371 Old Kingston Rd #12, Scarborough
- Quatrefoil – 16 Sydenham St, Dundas
- Som Tum Jinda – 76 Gerrard St E, Toronto
- Taline – 1276 Yonge St, Toronto
- Tamarind Modern Indian Bistro – 33 City Centre Dr, Mississauga
- Trius Winery & Restaurant – 1249 Niagara Stone Rd, Niagara-on-the-Lake
- Zen Japanese Restaurant – 7634 Woodbine Ave, Markham
Date Night Tip; These restaurants make for unforgettable foodie date spots, whether you’re going all out with a Two Star tasting menu or keeping things cozy with a Bib Gourmand pick, there’s never been a better time to eat your way through Toronto & Region.
Just make sure you make reservations with enough time in advance so you’re not left hanging on date night!
[Featured Image Credits: Pearl Morrissette & Michelin Guide]
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