Scarpetta - Toronto Reviews List

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"As vegetarians we often find that the more upscale a restaurant is the less likely there are vegetarian options. Not only does Scarpetta have a few options slipped into their regular menu, but they have a separate page of vegetarian options that offer a number of starters as well as a selection of entrees - and all very creative (not a veggie lasagna to be seen). And when we asked about a vegetarian dish, the server realized we were vegetarian and immediately slipped the bread basket off the table as one of the lovely bread selections included meat in the stuffing - which he had explained upon delivering the bread basket so we were fully aware. And the service was impeccable - very friendly, prompt, and not intrusive. Well done, Scarpetta!"

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 2 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing evening!

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I took my mom here for her 60th birthday, she had what was described as the best meal of her life, period."

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 3 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great for Vegetarians!

Dined on 5/08/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We are big Scott Conant fans, and we've been wanting to get to a Scarpetta for a while. Service was stellar the whole time- never left hanging. The Wine Menu was very extensive, while we didn't partake during our Mains, we did during desert. Overall the food is excellent! My wife is Vegetarian, and the separate Veg menu is a very welcome sight! For our app we shared the Fried Veggies- very good. For our Mains- she had the Rosemary Braised Lentils, and I had the Whole Wheat Tagliatelle (from the Non-Veg side). Both were excellent! The cooking of the lentils and pasta was perfect. For desert- we shared the Amedei Chocolate Cake with Orange Caramel Gelato, and a glass of local Ice Wine (hard to find in our travels). We'd definitely go back!"

Dined on 5/08/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 4 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dined on 5/06/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Amazing restaurant. The food was perfect."

Dined on 5/06/2013

Special Features: good for groups, romantic, hot spot

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Review 5 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Deeee-lish!

Dined on 5/03/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Scarpetta is amazing! Every dish that we had was delicious. I especially enjoyed the SEARED SCALLOPS (celery root & lentil-pancetta vinaigrette) and the WHOLE WHEAT TAGLIATELLE (wild boar ragu & whipped ricotta). My husband loved the CREAMY POLENTA (fricassee of truffled mushrooms) and the CAVATELLI (sausage, porcini & taggiasca olives). The service was top notch as well. We cannot wait to go back the next time that we're in Toronto!"

Dined on 5/03/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 6 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was very good. Beet

Dined on 25/04/2013

Dined on 25/04/2013

2008

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Food was very good. Beet salad nicely presented and appropriately sized for a starter. My friend enjoyed her scallops which were perfectly seared. We both enjoyed the well-prepared black cod.

Not impressed with the valet service this time. I parked my car in front and was not greeted by valet as we were last time we dined at Scarpetta. Two of them were just standing there at the entrance as I came in. My car stayed there for awhile and I decided to park it myself across the street ($10 vs. $20 valet)."

Dined on 25/04/2013

2008

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 7 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

So So Dinner on my Latest Visit

Dined on 22/04/2013

Dined on 22/04/2013

2009

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

"This was my fourth time at Scarpetta. While the polenta and mushrooms was as good as I recall, the spaghetti with tomato sauce was not as spectacular as last time --they seem to be slipping on this signature dish. Scallops were great. The steak was just okay -- not sure why a specialty Italian restaurant added a steak menu.

Bar service was very slow before dinner. Basil lemonade cocktail was disappointing -- very little basil flavour, or lemon flavour for that matter -- all for the low, low price of $15.

Wine list is decent. Service is doting, but strangely over the top.

I hope things take a turn for the better, as I'd hate to put Scarpetta on my list of restaurants that I don't go to."

Dined on 22/04/2013

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 8 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

We found the food to be very

Dined on 20/04/2013

Dined on 20/04/2013

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We found the food to be very good and the portion sizes were just right. Great Atmosphere! Recommended for a special occasion."

Dined on 20/04/2013

2009

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 9 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a fabulous dinner there

Dined on 18/04/2013

Dined on 18/04/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We had a fabulous dinner there the other night!!!Staff was amazing!! Attentive, yet not over powering.Food was delicious, and the room is beautiful.Really enjoyed our evening."

Dined on 18/04/2013

2008

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Review 10 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Loved Scarpetta's!!

Dined on 23/03/2013

Dined on 23/03/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Our waiter Kevin made the evening perfect !! Celebrated a birthday with over 4 generations of family members and all of us loved the food the environment and our waiter!! So fun and knowledgable and always right there when we needed him - treated like royalty an ate like them too - chefs tasting and wine pairing JUST PERFECT!!

Not cheap by any means but worth the visit if you can afford it!

Would recommend without a doubt!"

Dined on 23/03/2013

2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 11 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

I went to Scarpetta with a

Dined on 22/03/2013

Dined on 22/03/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I went to Scarpetta with a group of about 12 for my birthday dinner. Overall the restaurant had a great atmosphere and ambiance. The food was excellent and the presentation lovely. Prices are high, but I believe the quality was well worth it. There was a slight issue with the billing as two of the people in my group weren't billed correctly and the host had to cover the cost of their bill. We then had to confirm through our credit card companies that we hadn't been double billed. We were only billed once, but it would have been nice if the individual bills had been dealt with more efficiently in the first place.
Other than that overall great experience!"

Dined on 22/03/2013

2012

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 12 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Scarpetta was a nice surprise.

Dined on 21/03/2013

Dined on 21/03/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Scarpetta was a nice surprise. The food was excellent and the service wonderful."

Dined on 21/03/2013

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 13 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Exceptional

Dined on 21/03/2013

Dined on 21/03/2013

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I was recommended Scarpetta by a friend and it was everything and more. The staff were attentive and great advisors when needed and the service was superb. The food was excellent. I had the scallops as a starter and the pork as an entre and it was wonderful. Thanks to all the staff for a wonderful time.
Frank"

Dined on 21/03/2013

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 14 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Celebrated a special family

Dined on 16/03/2013

Dined on 16/03/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Celebrated a special family birthday with a group of six. Service was attentive and professional and the food was excellent.

Inside the Thompson Hotel the dining room is a great spot."

Dined on 16/03/2013

2013

Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 15 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

This ain't anything like Scarpetta

Dined on 08/03/2013

Dined on 08/03/2013

2008

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This ain't anything like Scarpetta in NYC. Scarpetta NYC is flawless for the moment you arrive until you leave.

Scarpetta in the Thompson Toronto just cannot pull it off though I must say the who ever is buying the wine is doing an incredible job of putting together a phenomenal eclectic list with something for everyone.

Other than the name and menu you would not know the two restaurants are related. The service was mediocre for a place like this. Our server when asked for recommendations for example how is the duck responded good if you like duck. He was hurried to take our orders. Not sure if the bar tender could make certain drinks.

The food again was mediocre at best. The signature pasta was underwhelming. The duck wa"

Dined on 08/03/2013

2008

Special Features: notable wine list

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Review 16 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Exceptional service and stimulating

Dined on 06/03/2013

Dined on 06/03/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

"Exceptional service and stimulating to the palate."

Dined on 06/03/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 17 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

had romantic dinner with the

Dined on 22/02/2013

Dined on 22/02/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"had romantic dinner with the wife.
we felt over all the place was very good. dinner was nice. location is great. we had couple of drinks before at the bar just outside the restaurant at hotel lobby which were expensive but lots of fun (over $60+ for two drinks each!)

for wise, we had to start the firtto misto, the braised beef and the creamy palenta.
the last two were very good, super nicely presented and very tasty.

with the fritto misto we had huge issues. we take this dish often all over the place and this one must have been way way worse. to start it was 90% vegis that where all cut way too small and where way over cooked...hence they were all falling a part and very oily. we manage to find 2 pieces of squid and 5 or 6 little p"

Dined on 22/02/2013

2012

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

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Review 18 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The service at Scarpetta was

Dined on 22/02/2013

Dined on 22/02/2013

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The service at Scarpetta was excellent from the minute we walked in. Our server was attentive without being pushy, gave us his honest opinions and recommendations (which I always appreciate) and the food was AMAZING! From the bread basket to appetizers to our pastas to the dessert, every bite was delicious. Our group intended on getting 4 appetizers and 4 pastas to share, but we each only ended up getting a bite of each other's dishes because no one wanted to share. I highly recommend the butternut squash soup which has a unique presentation and taste, along with the casonsei and spaghetti pastas. Would definitely come back!"

Dined on 22/02/2013

2007

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 19 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Still bitter...

Dined on 15/02/2013

Dined on 15/02/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I went back to this restaurant because they had a $45 3-course winter special going on that my friend wanted to try. I was hesitant has a few months earlier, they had unceremoniously cancelled my reservation due to a larger event and had to clear reservations for it. I have never experienced that before. Poor management. I will never forget it and will look upon the restaurant in a different light and have stopped recommending it."

Dined on 15/02/2013

2012

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Review 20 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service was amazing, main

Dined on 16/02/2013

Dined on 16/02/2013

2012

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Service was amazing, main dishes werent the greatest, tried the venison and the lobster. Appetizers were amazing though!"

Dined on 16/02/2013

2012

Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list

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Review 21 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was excellent, and

Dined on 06/02/2013

Dined on 06/02/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food was excellent, and that was during Winterlicious. Decor is odd and coldly club-ish, with a background of 80's club music (and a little loud for my tastes). However, it is worth a visit just for the food, I will pick my guests carefully, but would like to go back."

Dined on 06/02/2013

2008

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, hot spot

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Review 22 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

We loved the romantic feel

Dined on 09/02/2013

Dined on 09/02/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We loved the romantic feel of the place. I had the Beef Tenderloin, which was incredible and my wife had the Agnolotti, which she loved. The staff was very attentive. Prices were a little high, but with the food being so good, we didn't mind. This was a great choice for a date night."

Dined on 09/02/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 23 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Obscure location with an eclectic

Dined on 09/02/2013

2010

Dined on 09/02/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Obscure location with an eclectic group of patrons."

Dined on 09/02/2013

2010

Special Features: romantic

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Review 24 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Love Scarpetta's!

Dined on 09/02/2013

Dined on 09/02/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I love Scarpetta's. I have been to the Miami location and this weekend tried the Toronto location and they are both fantastic. I would say one of my favorite restaurants!
Food was delcious and consistent with the Miami location."

Dined on 09/02/2013

2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 25 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Italian mix with urban chic.

Dined on 07/02/2013

Dined on 07/02/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Italian mix with urban chic. I went for Winterlicious - the food was good... will go again."

Dined on 07/02/2013

2012

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

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Review 26 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Everything from appetizers

Dined on 07/02/2013

Dined on 07/02/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Everything from appetizers to the main dish to dessert was delicious. Service was exceptional."

Dined on 07/02/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list

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Review 27 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent food, wonderful ambiance.

Dined on 06/02/2013

Dined on 06/02/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We loved it. Food was amazing - polenta with truffled mushrooms was delicious as was the sea bass. My husband is still raving about the pork tenderloin. The chocolate cake for dessert was unusual and a chocoholic's dream - we both wished we had room for more of it! Portion sizes were perfect! The service was impeccable - the staff has been trained to do their jobs properly while maintaining a friendly rapport with the guests. Although we were there for Winterlicious (great value!), we were treated with the utmost hospitality by everyone. The staff added to the total ambiance - a very pleasant meal, in a beautifully designed and decorated room. We would highly recommed Scarpetta to anyone."

Dined on 06/02/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 28 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

It was very cold at our table

Dined on 06/02/2013

Dined on 06/02/2013

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"It was very cold at our table which took away from the experience."

Dined on 06/02/2013

2007

Special Features: notable wine list, romantic

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Review 29 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Miami Location's Better

Dined on 03/02/2013

Dined on 03/02/2013

2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I have been to the Scarpetta in Miami and absolutely loved it. When I visited the Toronto location for Winterlicious, I wasn't as impressed.

Food
- Braised Short Ribs of Beef - Just as I remembered it, tender and delicious.
- Striped Bass - Over cooked, not smooth and the parsnip puree was too sweet. Nobody was impressed with the bass at my table.

Service
- Everyone was friendly and nice
- We sat in the round couched seats and the servers served our foods from behind us. We didn't like having our dishes come from behind us or over our shoulders.

I would not recommend anyone to visit Scarpetta during Summer/Winterlicious BUT I would go back during regular menu."

Dined on 03/02/2013

2013

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Review 30 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great service and good food!

Dined on 03/02/2013

2010

Dined on 03/02/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Winterlicious on a Sunday night.

Service was outstanding.

Food was good.
Their bread is good and warm and so tempting when you're hungry and waiting for food to come. Got the famed polenta as an appie. Truffled mushrooms that come with the polenta were so good, I could have eaten a whole plate of that. The short braised ribs the bf got was tender, flavourful, and juicy. For mains, we got the sea bass, which was only okay, and the bf got the pork dish which was good. I couldn't finish my main because I was full by then. For dessert, got the chocolate cake (way too sweet) and the cheesecake (good).

I really liked the atmosphere and the attentiveness of each server. The "pitboss" also came by once to check on how we were doing. N"

Dined on 03/02/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 31 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

I found the setting very cold,

Dined on 02/02/2013

Dined on 02/02/2013

2009

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I found the setting very cold, appetizers were very good and rest of meal was mediocre. Meal was rushed, ordered and was out of there after 3 courses in one hour."

Dined on 02/02/2013

2009

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Review 32 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

From the moment of checking

Dined on 27/01/2013

Dined on 27/01/2013

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"From the moment of checking in at the hostess station/coat check, the service was fast and efficient. Service was friendly and with a smile. Meals came in a timely manner with dishes cleared in a timely manner as well. Everything was simply delicious and enjoyed the whole dining experience."

Dined on 27/01/2013

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 33 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Everything was fabulous, the

Dined on 01/02/2013

Dined on 01/02/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Everything was fabulous, the food and service were amazing, aswell as the bar drinks!
The only small disappointment was we prefer sweet wine and there were no sweet options aside from dessert Ice wine.
Overall, everything was amazing, and we'd definitely go back!"

Dined on 01/02/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 34 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

The food was good but when

Dined on 01/02/2013

2011

Dined on 01/02/2013

2011

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food was good but when considering the price point, disappointing. Although the prices compare to the finest Toronto restaurants, the food falls short. The service, however was very good. What we found offensive however was that although we were advised upon arrival that there would be a plating charge to serve the birthday cake we had brought, we could not have anticipated the $24.00 charge to plate four (4) slices of our cake (on four plates), garnished with a few berries and chocolate sauce. We have eaten at some of the finest restaurants in Las Vegas, Phoenix, San Franscisco, New York, Toronto and Chicago and overall, we found the restaurant to be extremely overpriced."

Dined on 01/02/2013

2011

Special Features: hot spot

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Review 35 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointment

Dined on 29/01/2013

Dined on 29/01/2013

2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Unfortunately I was very disappointed with Scarpetta. I`ve been looking forward to dinning here for sometime as I live in the neighbourhood and pass by it often. I had read some positive reviews about the Chef and hoped that it would be an outstanding experience. The food was good but nothing special and certainly not worth the price. I found the food to be rather bland. You could get far better food at many other local less expensive restaurants.

If you go to Scarpetta it would be more for the ambiance, it is a beautiful setting. I was a tad disappointed with the service, however, as it was not up to the standard I am accustomed to. Everyone was very polite but I did not feel as though the server was paying attention to us."

Dined on 29/01/2013

2013

Special Features: notable wine list, romantic

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Review 36 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

Overall the experience was

Dined on 29/01/2013

Dined on 29/01/2013

2012

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Overall the experience was poor. I chose Scarpetta for Winterlicious because its menu looked good and I was willing to pay the top prix fixe price ($45) for it. The food was good, but in miniscule portions even for Winterlicious. I had to make myself a sandwich when I got home. I also chose the Classico flight of two wines for $25. Each glass was 3 oz. or less, which means I paid 1-1/2 to 2 times the price that you'd expect to pay in a good restaurant(but the wines were good). Plus the waiter insisted on pouring the second glass before I'd started the first. The general feeling was that the serving staff were trying to move us through dinner and out the door as quickly as possible even though the restaurant was not crowded. Not recommended."

Dined on 29/01/2013

2012

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Review 37 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dining experience at Scarpetta

Dined on 28/01/2013

Dined on 28/01/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Dining experience at Scarpetta was one of a kind. Ambiance was amazing, especially after seeing the wine collection. The dining room was very energetic yet I felt very relaxed. Food was very flavourful, especially the spaghetti! Never had a simple spaghetti tasted so unique. And the cheesecake with thyme leaves, perfect."

Dined on 28/01/2013

2012

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 38 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Winterlicious Treat!

Dined on 25/01/2013

Dined on 25/01/2013

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"For Winterlicious, I had the polenta with mushrooms (to die for), a very good sea bass and a molten chocolate cake. My dining partner also had the signature polenta and a pork tenderloin roulade (excellent flavour and texture).

We ordered the famous spaghetti with tomato sauce and basil but found it underwhelming. Whoever assembled it should remember that cheese is already salty and adding salt to the dish creates a sodium overload."

Dined on 25/01/2013

2007

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, hot spot

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Review 39 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Food is not as good as I remember,

Dined on 27/01/2013

2010

Dined on 27/01/2013

2010

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Food is not as good as I remember, maybe because the previous chef left."

Dined on 27/01/2013

2010

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

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Review 40 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I thought the restaurant was

Dined on 27/01/2013

Dined on 27/01/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I thought the restaurant was very romantic. I went with my boyfriend for Winterlicious and we had an amazing time. Our server was perfect. Its annoying it have servers that keep asking you how everything is going and trys to make small talk, but our server was amazing. As for the food, we loved the braised short ribs of beef, it was delicious! The tenderness of the ribs was mouthwatering. The location is quiet. We went on a sunday evening so the area wasn't full of clubbers. Perfect night to enjoy each others company. Overall, we left happy and will be coming back for more!"

Dined on 27/01/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 41 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

Avoid if you are vegetarian!

Dined on 21/01/2013

Dined on 21/01/2013

2013

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I specifically chose Scarpetta over other upscale restaurants because of their vegetarian menu.

Sadly, I was extremely disappointed. This is not the place to go if you are a vegetarian.

It's very frustrating to pay a lot of money for meals that I could have made significantly better at home. "Crispy vegetables" on the appetizer menu is simply tiny slivers of two kinds of vegetables, deep-fried and smothered with salt. There were also many slivers of batter that were just that - batter without any vegetables.

The lentil dish, as a main entree, was under-cooked, bland and full of salt as well.

On a positive note, the strawberry/citrus sherbet dessert dish was full of flavour - without a hint of salt!

I will not be returning"

Dined on 21/01/2013

2013

Special Features: notable wine list

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Review 42 for Scarpetta - Toronto

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

My Favorite!