5 Best Service Restaurants in T.O.

"Cartwright four!"

2014 was another remarkable year in Toronto for new restaurant openings. Along the way a few restaurants closed as well, sadly. Moreover, established restaurants (o/a "Establishments") add another notch on their belt (aside from Sotto Sotto burning down on Christmas Day).

With the density of urban living increasing drastically, more savvy diners with disposal income frequent restaurants to socialize, feast and feed. Finally the need to make a reservation is a necessary evil, even several weeks in advance. Overall, the attention to guest service has improved in all segments (i.e. casual to upscale dining) in order to compete in a crowded market. To attract these discerning culinary adventurers, it is critical to combine hospitality excellence in a comfortable atmosphere with a unique food & wine program. However, the key to returning guests is Service.

Enjoy these 5 restaurants that consistently excel at serving their guests (not in any order):

1. Richmond Station
2. Colette Grand Cafe
3. Bar Buca
4. Dailo
5. Canoe

This was determined by considering the following criteria:

1. A warm welcome and goodbye;
2. Caring and knowledgeable staff;
3. Owner or Manager who genuinely engages with each table;
4. Consistency; and 
5. Attention to detail.

Thank you Torontonians and visitors for making the dining scene so exciting and competitive. 

*Note: Zagat - who is the only reviewer that scores Service separately, has scored a top mark of "27 out of 30" to George, Campagnolo and Scaramouche Pasta & Grill Bar.