Edulis

We had a phenomenal dining experience at Edulis. We got the 7 course tasting menu and were very impressed with 6 out of the 7 courses. The food was very unique and the ideas the chef came up with were really interesting. We really enjoyed the attention to detail — really delicious experience. The ambiance is very cute as well. And the service was excellent.
We went on a Sunday night and the restaurant was quite empty so it didn’t feel crowded or rushed and we got a lot of attention from the servers. And the food was well spaced out.

Pros: good wine selection, one great fish course, delicious dessert.
Cons: sat next to entrance and froze, half the courses were forgettable, indifferent service, upto 45 minutes between courses, prices have gone up since our last visit, reached out to restaurant to discuss experience and no response after 2 emails.
Verdict: Would not recommend.

3 letters. O. M. G. You guys and girls made my fiancé birthday dinner hard to top. Thank you

$ 370 for two. 7 courses (fixed menu only) with an added cheese course and 2 oz wine pairings. No truffles. 3 hours. Should have been 2 hours. We were served 3 courses in 2 hours and then 4 courses in 60 minutes. Not good. Server was very professional but kitchen was slow. Dishes are very small — even for 7 courses. I informed in advance this was a birthday dinner but no special attention was given. I expected a candle at least (?). The bill came half way through dessert. Not impressive especially after long waits between first courses and a rushed 2^nd half. Flavours were very good and wines were well paired. One course was «Fogo Island cod tongues from Nova Scotia» (Uhm… Fogo island is in Newfoundland FYI). The tongues were previously frozen. They were served with a delicious ragu however. All dishes served just above room temp. No dish even close to hot. Cheeses were incredible. Mushroom consume was perfection. Chicken was mediocre. I can’t imagine truffles (+$ 30pp) adding to our experience so don’t bother. The ambiance is tight and (on this night) loud. If you’re dying to go, get the 5 course menu and order a bottle of wine. You might get out for under $ 250. PS. Wait for warm weather. The door opens into a very small (30 seat?) room.

This place is amazing and definitely special.
The service, they were able to describe each dish with such words that make you to eat. Interestingly, the five course and seven course are approximately the same amount of food, but just offers more variety.
This place is primarily seafood, we got three varieties of fish that were delicious. Then the main course was such three ways, it was so well thought out.
And cause this is the place to get truffle and we were sold that white truffle is so much better than black truffle, we splurge on the risotto with white truffle. Wow. The aroma of this truffle was spectacular, just wanted to whiff the smell. The taste, not as distinct as the smell but tastes good too.
Then to end it off, cake with rum. And this want a splash, it was like doused it rum. But also interestingly, didn’t have a huge rum flavor, was it diluted? Doesn’t matter cause it still tested good!
The space is not small, but not big. You can see the different people, some are regulars. Definitely worth the try!

After coming back from a 3 Michelin Star in nyc, my boyfriend and I were hooked. He took me to this amazing restaurant. tucked in a quiet area of King & Niagara street.
The restaurant is small and intimate. They have 3 or 6 courses to choose from however everything is a surprise. they would of course ask if there were any allergies.
Overall the food, service, and wine was amazing.
They explained each course up to the garnish and sauces.
Cannot wait to come back :)

Fantastic. Had been meaning to come here for a while, finally made it for lunch.
6 course meal, $ 120 per person, and lunch took about 2.5 hours (a bit longer than should have been warranted).
But the food — absolutely amazing. Their butter was fantastic. The lobster was the best I’ve had (pushing past my previous favorite– a sashimi lobster). And the «excessive vanilla bean ice cream» was also the best vanilla ice cream I’d ever had.
All in all, absolutely delicious. Considering how expensive other places can be, absolutely worth it.
The lowpoint was their lack of a plum soda (though it was on the menu) — zounds.

One word — INCREDIBLE. This restaurant is absolutely fabulous. The food was just out of this world good, delicious and the service was perfect. I would recommend this restaurant without hesitation!

It’s been awhile since I last posted, but I felt that this one would be warranted…
Currently sitting in Edulis, waiting for our last course.
Our reservation began at 7pm and it is currently past 11:30pm. We ordered the 7 course tasting menu along with 2 bottles of wine (special occasion, it’s our anniversary!).
The food is amazing. Very seafood forward with the last course being duck. The home made bread is fantastic. They even own a duck press — they take out the breast and legs and press the rest — sounds amazing, and it really is. You have a choice of a cheese platter at the end and it’s totally divine.
However, it’s been almost 5 hours and I’m still sitting here. As entertaining as my boyfriend is, I have to work tomorrow. And to make things worse, they removed my wine glass, when we still had wine left in the bottle. I miss my puppy at home and I just want the damn bill. It should not take 45 minutes per course.

Came here in the dead heat of summer after a 3 week reservation with my other half. I’ve had this place marked for some time, specifically coming for their truffle menu. We were lucky to experience truffles in the summer months, as they were flown in from Australia. We ordered the extended 7 courses, which felt like a marathon to get through. Normally I’m up for the experience, but 4 hours was a little long… and after a bottle of wine and some cocktails, I was ready to Zzzz. I do want to mention that we received a cocktail on the house, which was was nice gesture.
Food was well executed, and very seafood-​centric. Ingredients were high quality and presented thoughtfully. Not sure why the largest plate (Whole hen served on hay) was served at the end though, I was pretty full by that point.
Expect some smoke coming from your wallet — but if you can fork over a handful of Benjamin’s, everything is worth trying once!

No nonsense fine dining at its best.
Edulis does not try to impress with fancy décor or colours and shiny objects. Rather it puts all of its efforts and focus on what matters, the food.
Each dish is meticulously crafted to bring out and compliment the natural flavours and textures of the seasonal ingredients.
Delicious, simple and memorable. My wife and I went all out and got the 7 course with white truffle for our anniversary. The element of surprise, not knowing the menu made the dining experience a lot of fun and special.
We were there for 4 hours, but they flew by, like nothing,
The only dish that was slightly below fantasticx was the aged duck breast, which was a little cold and chewy.
Yet everything had a delicious earthen flavour, all lead by some delicious root, be it an onion, leek or garlic, sometimes pulses, and greens.
One of the standout dishes was the soup with foie gras and an old hen broth… I had no idea those menopausal birds had such delicious bones… (kudos to the knowledgeable and friendly waitstaff)
Can’t wait to go again! (Albeit, not anytime soon, without selling an arm/​leg)…

Rarely does a restaurant transcend banality, leap beyond trend and showmanship, and take a diner on a journey to an unexplored culinary experience. Edulis did this, providing fun, laughter and comfort along the way. My dinner will be added to my most memorable restaurant experiences. Edulis is one of the best restaurants in the world, deserving of multiple Michelin stars.
Consisting of two, low ceiling, candlelit rooms, Edulis discards hip for warmth. Our server, Dana, was charming and knowledgable, helping us navigate through the meal with pleasure. We added a gorgeous $ 80 bottle of Alsatian Sylvaner to our meal and settled back for the five course prix fix dinner. A seven course experience is also offered, but we wanted to add the 60 dollar supplement for the white truffle risotto dish, and that was plenty «over the top.» Edulis is expensive, but you get what you pay for.
I couldn’t recount every dish if I wanted to, and besides, Edulis changes the menu nightly. Let it suffice to say that every morsel was amazing, and I exclaimed with pleasure in a Rabelaisian display of gluttony. The last meal that transformed my being was in Marseille at the Michelin starred AM Alexandre Mazzia, and Edulis equaled that indulgence of a «died and gone to heaven» dining moment. This was the highlight of my trip to Toronto and Edulis makes this Canadian metropolis a culinary destination for any «foodie.» Bravo!

Bookmark removed! I am so glad we finally got to try this place. If you are not in a rush, treat yourself to a wonderful and intimate dining experience.
The 5 of us arrived for a birthday celebration Saturday at 630. Reservations are recommended due to the small dining area and they can only accommodate up to 6 people in a party. Our coats are taken and we are seated right away. We decide to go for the 7 courses for $ 85 rather than the 5 courses. We opted out of the truffle add on for $ 60. We started with a bottle of cava rosee for $ 80 and then went with a French recommendation for $ 60.
Bread and olives are delicious and they will bring more bread if you finish.
The menu changes with whatever is fresh but here is what we had:
1. Spanish mackerel with citrus dressing and fennel. My fave of the night.
2. Heirloom carrot, leek, porcini and chrons (tubar — root veggie)
3. Scallop and marcona almond, broccoli long pepper sauce.
4. Japanese eggplant with smoked bonito smoked over hay… nagi onions and fried onions.
5. Nova Scotia Hagfish, pureed potatoes and cider sauce. Amazing!
6. Duck with shredded duck wing and chanterelle mushrooms. Beans and sausage with foie gras.
7. Quince sorbet with pumpkin and pistachio… with fresh persimmon
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The meal was 4 hours. I love long meals with good friends. Having said that, I think it took a little too long between course 6 and 7.
Total cost with tax and tip was approx. $ 715 for 5 people.
Definitely a great place to check out on a special (or any!) occasion.

This restaurant is the real deal. The dishes were thoughtful and perfectly sized. The drinks were perfectly paired and appropriately priced. The service was impeccable but not overly attentive. It was a real pleasure to eat here. Each of the dishes was fancy but not too fluffy. The ingredients were hearty, but not overly seasoned to allow the flavours to shine on their own. You can really feel the chef’s heart and soul in the entire experience. Nothing is ‘for show’, it’s very honest.
I would definitely recommend this restaurant for a special night.

Terrific restaurant, one of Toronto’s best. Small and charming, with a limited but excellent menu. Very focused on doing a few things well, evening after evening. Bonus: good wine selection.

First time going into a restaurant that has no menu, the only options are «5 or 7 courses». They also wrote «put your belly on us» so I trust them without asking any questions. There’s no disappointment from appetizer to dessert, everything was very tasty. Servers were very knowledgeable and attentive. The atmosphere was very cozy. They change their dishes every month and I can’t wait to go back when its truffle season!

Blown away by the large tasting menu. The menu was seafood-​heavy and everything I tasted was delicious. My favorites were the prawns two ways, lamb and the smoked catfish. Have to admit I shuddered when I heard catfish because it can get fishy if not prepared right, but this was so delicate and mild I wish I had more on the plate! The shallot soubise it came with was so good I wanted to lick the plate… The preserved peach with elderflower jelly had the perfect balance between sweet and tart. This was the splurge meal of my visit and did not disappoint. Servers were very knowledgeable and patient about explaining the dishes and answering questions.

Easily one of the most beautiful and special meals I have ever had, Edulis easily lived up to every positive review I’ve read. The dishes were carefully crafted, the flavours were simple and yet stunning, and the service was beyond anything I’ve ever experienced.
I could go through and list everything I ate (we ordered the seven course menu), but you won’t have the same menu when you go. Some of the plates are smaller than others, but there are some larger protein dishes mixed in. Each dish was exceptional. The bread and butter are the things dreams are made of. I kept trying to remind myself not to fill up on bread, but our server refilled our bread after we finished the first basket and it was so warm and crunchy and the butter had these beautiful hints of, like, i dunno, caramel? maybe … I can’t even.
By far my favourite course was our starting course — something I can only describe as a ceviche salad with limequat. Apparently my spellcheck doesn’t think limequat is a word, but wikipedia says otherwise. Anyways, it was magical.
I would like to especially thank our server, and while I don’t know her name, I think if she were to come across my review she may remember us and see this particular shout out. You went out of your way to ensure we were well taken care of, especially my best friend, and I couldn’t be more thankful for your hospitality.

We just finished a meal at Edulis. We ordered the Carte Blanche 7 course meal for $ 85 (everyone at the table has to order the same menu-​either the 5 or 7, so no mixy matchy). We unfortunately didn’t go for the truffle add-​on which would have been an additional $ 40.
Since everything is seasonal, the menu I had will not be the same next month. Each dish is about 3 – 5 bites each with the exception of some of the protein dishes later in the course. They have a delicious house bread sprinkled with sea salt that is all you can eat. Make sure you pace yourself on this so that you don’t make yourself overly full by the end of the meal.
I wouldn’t say the food was out of this world, but there was a lot of special elements and hard work that goes into eat dish.
The service was A Class. The servers were on top of their game, and very knowledgeable about all the courses.
The venue was very cozy with nice dim lighting.
A great experience for a foodie at least once.

Do you have an open mind and are you willing to eat whatever is served to you? This is the premise here at Edulis. Seasonal ingredients prepared in a variety of ways. It’s nice that they ask for allergies or preferences at the beginning of the meal.
Essentially, there are two choices: a five course tasting menu for $ 50, or a 7 course tasting menu for $ 70. If you like truffles, for an extra $ 40, you can have an additional course.
For my anniversary dinner, we opted for the 7 courses but no truffle add-​on. We are not huge fans to begin with.
Filtered water is by Q and the charge is $ 2 per person. You have the choice of flat, sparkling, or tap. There is a solid wine selection. I decided to try three of their house-​made sodas and they were all uniquely refreshing!
The bread was amazing. Our friend suggested we eat as much butter as possible and it was totally worth the delicious calories.
If my memory serves me correctly, these were the dishes for the evening:
–Kampachi sashimi with heirloom tomatoes (last of the season)
–Eel in a vinegar broth with a mini seared rice ball and finely sliced mushrooms and a piece of cucumber
–Sockeye salmon with the leaves from Brussels sprouts and an almond purée.
–Albacore tuna
–Pickerel with frisée and mushrooms
–Lamb stewed with seasonal fall vegetables
–Strawberries and cream with fennel
Just after the sixth course is cleared, you’re presented with another menu if you’re still interested in adding a cheese plate and/​or after dinner drinks. We were stuffed (thanks to the bread).
Honestly, the portions are very small. For some people, one dish could amount to only about 3 bites. Keep in mind though, the tasting menu allows you to sample so many flavours and textures. The freshness of the ingredients really stand out.
We enjoyed each and every dish. Actually, I think the dessert was the weakest link. The texture of the fennel just threw me a curve.
I was slightly disappointed that in our reservation we had stated it was our anniversary but upon arrival, it wasn’t actually noted. We didn’t hold this against them though. Service was truly outstanding.
Out of respect, I took no photos during dinner as they asked that cell phones not be used during dinner. I think that was a very reasonable request.
I’m definitely interested in their brunch menu.