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Mexican · Ciudad de México, CDMX · $$$
Mexican · Toronto, ON · $$$$
At Quetzal, we celebrate regional Mexican cuisine, inspired by traditional flavours and cooking styles, all cooked over a 28 foot-long open fire that runs the span of the hot line. Traditional moles, sauces and little-known native ingredients are transported to Toronto and infused with the bounty of local Ontario and Canadian produce, for a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Quetzal is located at the corner of College & Bathurst, at the edges of four Toronto hotspot neighbourhoods: Little Italy, Kensington Market, Harbord Village, and the Annex. Quetzal has earned some of the industry’s highest honours, including ranking No. 7 on the 2026 North America’s Best Restaurants list, maintaining a One Michelin Star since the inaugural Toronto guide in 2022, and being named No. 4 on Canada’s 100 Best Restaurants list in 2026.
“This place is amazing, some of the best food I’ve had anywhere, every dish was amazing and the cooking all done over the fire was spot on point. The scallops and the sea bream where so so good Every dish that was going out that we didn’t order also looked perfect We sat at the counter right in front of the fire and I noticed some reviews say it’s to hot, it’s warm but it’s all part of the experience I would definitely recommend it. The Chefs do an incredible job at such speed and efficiency great to see it. All the staff very friendly to. I have been to many great restaurants over the years and this one definitely one of the very best. Highly recommended a visit”
“What an amazing night! From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations — and Petra was a huge part of that. She was attentive, knowledgeable, and so easy to talk to. Nothing felt like a hassle, and her recommendations were absolutely spot on, both with the drinks and the food. We chose to sit at the kitchen bar, which was such a fun experience because you’re right in the middle of the action. That said — it gets HOT 🔥 You’re basically front row to the flames! If heat isn’t your thing, definitely book a different table ahead of time. The place is fully booked most nights, so switching tables when you arrive isn’t really an option. As for the food — wow. The Ensalada Verde was crisp and refreshing, the Empanada Oaxaqueña was packed with incredible flavor, and the Bone Marrow & Wild Argentinian Shrimp was rich, indulgent, and unforgettable. The Pork Secreto al Pastor was cooked beautifully — tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor. We didn’t manage dessert only because we were completely full, but honestly, if we had even a little more room, we would have happily ordered one of everything. An all-around fantastic experience. We’ll absolutely be returning — next time for the curated menu!”
“The aroma of wood smoke immediately sets a tone when you step inside. The space itself is amazing, like a modern interpretation of Mexican adobe, feeling incredibly cozy, warm, and welcoming. It makes you feel like you're somewhere else. While the space is well-ventilated, that scent of the coals combined with the aesthetic creates an immersive experience. The restaurant's layout is anchored by a beautiful open kitchen and bar running the full length of the dining area, allowing you to watch the culinary staff. When we mentioned our intention to share, the front of house seamlessly paced our selection of dishes into courses. The portions were generous, and the timing was flawless. We never felt rushed and the courses came with a brief pause in between. We started with the tuna and ceviche appetizers, followed by a second course of the squid and asparagus. For the main course, we had the whole sea bream and the coal-roasted sweet potato, with warm corn tortillas, which we used to build tacos. While every single dish featured a richness and variety of flavors, the sea bream and that sweet potato were the absolute standouts of the night. We finished the evening by sharing the spiced Mexican chocolate and the tres leches cake. The drinks were just as impressive, with a lineup of cocktails that were inventive and beautifully prepared - the Piolin and No Heather were standouts. It felt as though every minor detail or passing remark we made was treated as an opportunity to go above and beyondb by the front staff. That level of care and thorough attention to detail made us feel entirely looked after, and it elevated what was a truly exceptional dining experience from start to finish.”
“This bespoke menu provides shareable helpings of top notch Mexican Asian fusion with select ingredients. Served by a professional staff in a cozy atmosphere with soft jazz and just the right lighting. We highly recommend the chef's table so you can watch the food being prepared. The chefs were helpful and described what they were working on if asked. If you are on a date night a table might be better. 4 Michelin stars 2022 through 2025 are well deserved. Each dish was a complex melange of flavors. Highly recommend the sea bream, sweet potato and empanada, but literally everything was amazing.”
“Took my partner for his birthday here and was very impressed with all the dishes we had as well as the service. Quetzal deserves a Michelin for sure as each dish was executed well and the plating was beautiful. We ordered the tasting menu and the pacing was perfect. The dishes went from light to heavy and each menu was curated differently per table. Everyone got different dishes around us. I really enjoyed the Newfoundland scallops, scallop ceviche, and the masa barbacoa with diablo sauce. The masa was all house made. I was really full after eating all the dishes actually. But of course there is always room for dessert. The dessert was tres leches cake and it was really delicious! Highly recommend ordering that if you don't get the tasting menu. It's a dessert worth ordering. Overall service was fairly quick and there was not much wait in between plates. The restaurant runs like a well oiled machine, as expected as they get so much volume. Overall, such a great experience and it was our first time eating Mexican food at that level. I will come back again to try their regular menu!”
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