Romantic dinner date in Little Italy Toronto

Walking along College Street in Little Italy is like a hop, skip and a jump around the world – and you don’t need your passport. You’ll find every cuisine under the sun and plenty of romantic spots that offer the perfect vibe for your date night.

Romantic dinner date in Little Italy Toronto
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577 College St, Toronto, ON M6G 1B2

A beautiful bar area plus great wine and cocktail lists get the evening off to a buzzing start. When you’re ready to eat, the earthy colours and gentle lighting in the dining area create a relaxed ambience that helps you settle into a night of sharing stories and your linguini and cheese plate. The menu is small with a focus on quality. Chefs make fusion cuisine with French and Mediterranean influences, prepared with local ingredients.

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La Forchetta Ristorante

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613 College St, Toronto, ON M6G 1B5

You can’t mull over a date in Little Italy without including an Italian restaurant option in this eclectic part of town. This small restaurant is everything you look for in a traditional Italian spot. There’s burgundy seating and stained wood flooring, fine wines proudly parading every inch of shelf space, linen napkins and a reliable menu of pastas, risottos and fish dishes. There's also a small patio, complete with an awning, flower boxes and the Italian flag. It brings to mind Rome – and romance.

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