Recent Press

Michelin Guide

“Set in a red brick building that echoes the historic vibe of its surroundings, George has been one of Toronto’s most popular restaurants since opening in 2003. “

OpenTable

“Food is its own love language, but when it’s served in a cozy room or a candlelit booth? Guaranteed fireworks. OpenTable analyzed over 1.1 million diner reviews and metrics to find the restaurants that had diners swooning— these are the Top 100 Romantic Restaurants in Canada.”

OpenTable

“Introducing the OpenTable Top 100 restaurants in Canada for 2023. The diners in Canada have spoken! Let’s dig into the top list.”

Hungry 416

"Planning a special Christmas date in Toronto? Let’s turn up the romance with the most romantic restaurants in Downtown Toronto this Christmas 2024! We’re talking cozy fireplaces, twinkling lights, and menus that’ll make your heart skip a beat."

Travelling Foodie

"Located on Queen Street East, Secrette is the hidden gem speakeasy bar above Michelin Recommended George Restaurant which offers Apertif Hour."

Taste Toronto

The secret, George Restaurant says, is out of the bag. The popular eatery is drawing back the curtains, revealing what they refer to as "Toronto’s hidden gem - emphasis on the 'hidden.'”

Taste Toronto

"You are fearless in your plight for flavour, and that journey continues with Toronto's best tasting menus. You've tried everything. Twice. You need a dining experience beyond a couple of great dishes, and this is a list of those higher meals."

Foodism Toronto

“ It may be smack dab in the middle of the city, but once you step into George Restaurant, you'll be whisked away into an elegant atmosphere where hushed voices only reach a quiet murmur and the courteous staff wait on you hand and foot…”

Destination Toronto

“Often touted as one of the best restaurants in Toronto, George is a MICHELIN Guide Recommended restaurant that serves globally-inspired dishes with seasonal ingredients.”

Toronto Life

“Four years ago, chef Lorenzo Loseto attended Carpigiani Gelato University (yes, that’s a thing) near Bologna, Italy. There, he picked up the finer points of gelato chemistry…”

Toronto Life

“Queen East’s George is one of the city’s fine-dining classics. But it takes a progressive approach to herbivorism by presenting not simply a number of vegetarian options, but an all-vegetarian tasting menu…”

Travelling Foodie

“Opened since 2003, George Restaurant is one of Toronto’s best and long-standing restaurants known for globally inspired dishes with seasonally sourced “Toronto Cuisine” menus.”

Taste Toronto

“Created by executive chef Lorenzo Loseto of Queen Street East’s George Restaurant, Alberobello Gelato takes an artisanal approach to one of Italy’s most popular exports.”