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L'Avenue
1568 Bayview Ave
Toronto, ON M4G 3B7
Located in the heart of Leaside, L'Avenue is an intimate 35 seat dinning room featuring French inspired cuisine of chef Jeremy Dyer. Lead by Owner/Sommelier Otta Zapotocky , previously from Nota Bene, L'Unita and Wildfire Steakhouse and previously on the West coast, places like Sooke Harbour House in Victoria, Araxi and Il Caminetto in Whistler, Five Sails at Pan Pacific in Vancouver. Their focus on seasonal and local ingredients inspired them to take a classic French cuisine and add a fresh flair to it by using local and fresher ingredients as well as presenting them in lighter and healthier way. Menu changes seasonally , but local favourites like Chicken a la Basque, French Onion Soup and Beef Bourgignon are always available.
Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Price: CAN$30 and under
Parking: Public Lot
Cross Street: Davisville
Toronto, ON M4G 3B7
Located in the heart of Leaside, L'Avenue is an intimate 35 seat dinning room featuring French inspired cuisine of chef Jeremy Dyer. Lead by Owner/Sommelier Otta Zapotocky , previously from Nota Bene, L'Unita and Wildfire Steakhouse and previously on the West coast, places like Sooke Harbour House in Victoria, Araxi and Il Caminetto in Whistler, Five Sails at Pan Pacific in Vancouver. Their focus on seasonal and local ingredients inspired them to take a classic French cuisine and add a fresh flair to it by using local and fresher ingredients as well as presenting them in lighter and healthier way. Menu changes seasonally , but local favourites like Chicken a la Basque, French Onion Soup and Beef Bourgignon are always available.
Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Price: CAN$30 and under
Parking: Public Lot
Cross Street: Davisville
37 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 37 reviews
5 stars
(16)
4 stars
(16)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(29)
- fit for foodies(19)
- notable wine list(12)
- great for lunch(7)
- great for brunch(6)
- romantic(6)
L'Avenue Reviews List
Review 1 for L'Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
L'Avenue is the best!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We loved L'Avenue,the staff were fantastic and so was the food."
Dined on 23/02/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 2 for L'Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We went to L'Avenue on Valentine's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went to L'Avenue on Valentine's Day. A first visit but definitely not our last. Food excellent with great attention to flavour. Wine list well designed with a good range. The restaurant was a bit cramped (extra tables for V Day)and it seemed that `regulars` attracted more attention and speedier service that `first timers`. Room is small, appropriately lit with rather boring tables and chairs. The innovative food deserves a more creative room design. I recently went to Mogette another recent arrival in the `hood. Food style was comparable and menu fairly similar although I would give Mogette a slight edge on ambiance and L`Avenue an edge on food. L`Avenue is very good value for money and the staff make it a great experience."
Dined on 14/02/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 3 for L'Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Went there for Valentine's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went there for Valentine's day. It was awesome. Try the duck or the lamb shoulder dish. They were amazing. Worth it and will come back again."
Dined on 14/02/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for L'Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We really enjoyed the atmosphere
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We really enjoyed the atmosphere and food and had a great time with our group of 6. It was a nice warm room full of comforting touches made more so on a cold snowy winter night."
Dined on 09/02/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for L'Avenue
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It was the end of a snowy
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was the end of a snowy evening and obviously the staff was hoping to get home. It was difficult to get our waitresses attention even with only 3 occupied tables in the restaurant. Food was good as usual."
Dined on 07/02/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for L'Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
aThis was my first visit to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"aThis was my first visit to L'avenue and it was a very pleasant experience overall. The food (muscles, French onion soup, boeuf bourguignon) was very nice, service a bit on the slow side but friendly. My only other comment would have to be that the wine list is somewhat limited, particularly at the lower end. I certainly would return."
Dined on 05/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for L'Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
L'Avenue was delightful.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"L'Avenue was delightful. Wonderful service and happily busy."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 8 for L'Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent local bistro. Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent local bistro. Food quality is fantastic and staff is awesome. Beouf borgignone is delicious, as is the ratatouille!"
Dined on 02/02/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 9 for L'Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We are always impressed with
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We are always impressed with this Leaside bistro - hoping it doesn't get too popular!
Food is magnificent (fish, Chicken a la Basque, steak frites - oh those frites! and Creme brûlé to die for). We have enjoyed numerous visits and are pleased to be greeted by Otta and his friendly and knowledgeable staff. Last Saturday night was very busy and the service was a little rushed but overall good - we will return."
Food is magnificent (fish, Chicken a la Basque, steak frites - oh those frites! and Creme brûlé to die for). We have enjoyed numerous visits and are pleased to be greeted by Otta and his friendly and knowledgeable staff. Last Saturday night was very busy and the service was a little rushed but overall good - we will return."
Dined on 26/01/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for L'Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Welcome to the neighbourhood!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A very nice new arrival on the strip! Good service, good food and a very nice atmosphere."
Dined on 24/01/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for L'Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The mushroom soup was outstanding,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The mushroom soup was outstanding, and though I found the selections a little on the sparse side for mains (ie one fish only)the food was beautifully prepared and very tasty. Enjoyed a glass of the house white, and the dessert (apple crumble....) was also a notch above the ordinary. lovely food, and the service was friendly and attentive."
Dined on 23/01/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 12 for L'Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Local Favourite
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Suitably impressed as a quality local eatery. My wife & I have now dined there for lunch & dinner. Good menu & wine list variety; all dishes we had were well prepared; nicely presented; good taste; & represented fair & reasonable $$ value. L'Avenue is probably our favourite amongst the various competitors in that immediate area. We live within 1 mile."
Dined on 23/01/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 13 for L'Avenue
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome food and excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Awesome food and excellent service....can't wait to come back!"
Dined on 19/01/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 14 for L'Avenue
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
What a pleasant surprise to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a pleasant surprise to find such a charming and delicious resaurant so close to our hood. The buttermilk chicken was awesome. Also a wondeful tomato soup and one of the best onion soups I have ever had."
Dined on 17/01/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for L'Avenue
Based on the average of (23) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic