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DaiLo

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CAN$51 and over
Asian
503 College St, Toronto, ON M6G 1A5

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 21 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Neighborhood gem
Offering modern Asian cuisine through a la carte and unique multi-course tasting menus by Chef Nick Liu.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Nick Liu

From the OpenTable editors: From the food to the ambiance, DaiLo is bold and buzzy. Chef-owner Nick Liu blends French cooking techniques with his Chinese heritage to create playful dishes while showcasing serious culinary chops. The hip space attracts a lively crowd for nights that begin with dinner at DaiLo and end at its upstairs cocktail bar, Lopan.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Asian, Chinese, Contemporary Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Available
  • Private party facilities
    At DaiLo, we believe eating well is a fundamental part of living well, and how we cook, reflects how we live. Thoughtful and high quality ingredients lead to better lives and more delicious meals. Our New Asian Cuisine is predominantly Chinese fare but it follows the French tradition.
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy / College St.
  • Cross street
    College and Bathurst
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking on Palmerston and College.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine

What 1,507 people are saying

DaiLo reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
DaiLo delights with "exceptional food, service, and experience," offering a "Michelin level" dining journey. Its "tasting menu is a must," showcasing "creative, satisfying, and playful" dishes. The attentive staff, led by standout servers like Geoff, Emily, and Ben, provide "phenomenal service," ensuring every visit is "a memorable experience."
1,507 Reviews
  1. Anthony

    Montreal / Quebec1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome food, flavours were on point. Had mostly entrees, portions were small to decent but the flavours were amazing and didn’t disappoint. Also not expensive for the experience

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  2. Paul

    Toronto / Ontario13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent and amazingly creative. Staff were friendly, informative and attentive. We had the tasting menu that explored most of the menu. It was plenty as well as being delicious.

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  3. Vanessa

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Loved the food and service was great! We ordered the Crispy Taco, Dumplings (forgot what its called but it had bone marrow) and Smoked Duck. Everything was delicious but the dumplings are a must-try! It was amazing.

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  4. Kiran

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They have mastered the art of serving delicious food that feels like a symphony in your mouth. The attention to detail and service was highly appreciated. Thank you for a wonderful evening.

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  5. Antalina

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, goo service. Enjoyed the experience. Highly recommend.

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  6. Karin VIP

    Toronto / Ontario15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dailo has been our most favourite restaurant for years now ! It never disappoints , the most delicious food , service is top notch, presentation and quality is superb. It’s still holds the top spot for us when it comes to perfect night out !

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  7. J. Greg VIP

    London10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A wonderful night with lovely food and friendly and attentive service. It had been too long. I look forward to returning soon. Thank you Geoff, Emily and the rest of the team!

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  8. Chris

    Toronto / Ontario3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We tried the Classic tasting menu and loved everything. The flavors were extraordinary. The service was expert, friendly and very informative. The place is beautiful to boot. It was a wonderful night and we will return. I recommend this place to anyone who wants a memorable meal and a great night out.

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  9. Spiro

    Toronto / Ontario1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    DaiLo has been a favorite spot for me and my fiancé for years. I highly recommend the tasting menu which changes seasonally and is loaded with great options every time we've had it.

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  10. May

    Montreal / Quebec1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very tasty tasting menu. Host pays attention and seeks feedback from clients. Interesting cocktail menu

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DaiLo is rated 4.8 stars by 1507 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 21 times today
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503 College St, Toronto, ON M6G 1A5

Additional information

  • Cross street
    College and Bathurst
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy / College St.
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Asian, Chinese, Contemporary Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking on Palmerston and College.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Available
  • Private party facilities
    At DaiLo, we believe eating well is a fundamental part of living well, and how we cook, reflects how we live. Thoughtful and high quality ingredients lead to better lives and more delicious meals. Our New Asian Cuisine is predominantly Chinese fare but it follows the French tradition.
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