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Contrada, Toronto, ON

Contrada

4.7
4.7
42 Reviews
CAN$51 and over
Italian
537 College St, Toronto, ON M6G 1A9

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
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Contrada: A Modern Italian Gem in Toronto's Little Italy.

Nestled in the heart of Toronto's Little Italy, Contrada is a modern Italian-Canadian restaurant that celebrates the neighbourhood's rich culinary heritage with a fresh and innovative twist.

Step inside and be greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere. The space is a blend of modern and vintage, with repurposed furniture and artwork creating a unique and sophisticated ambiance.

Chef Mike Vieira's menu is a culinary journey through the seasons, featuring locally sourced ingredients and Italian flavours with a playful, "punk rock" edge.

The beverage program is equally impressive, with a curated selection of unique Italian wines, inventive cocktails, and refreshing non-alcoholic options.

Whatever the occasion, experience comfort, warmth, and genuine hospitality at Contrada.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Canadian
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 5:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (416) 519-3455
  • Website
    http://www.contradarestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mike Vieira
  • Private party facilities
    For large party bookings, please e-mail info@contradarestaurant.com or visit our website at www.contradarestaurant.com/large-parties/
  • Location
    537 College St, Toronto, ON M6G 1A9
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy / College St.
  • Cross street
    College St. and Euclid Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Streetcar accessible at Euclid on both North and South sides of College Street
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine

Experiences

  • Sunday Porchetta

    Multiple dates available
    Dine at Contrada on Sunday and enjoy our delicious Italian Roast Pork with optional sides along with a selection of our regular dinner menu. Also enjoy 50% of premium bottles of red wine and $5 shots of amaro, along with a fun and slightly more casual vibe.
    Sunday Porchetta Photo

  • Monday Prix Fixe

    Multiple dates available
    Monday nights at Contrada feature a special three-course prix fixe offering. This includes a choice of appetizer, pasta, and dessert, and features some of our most beloved signature dishes, such as the Lamb Croquettes, Ricotta Gnocchi and Olive Oil Cake.
    Monday Prix Fixe Photo

  • Mother's Day 2025

    CA$100.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 11, 2025 only
    Join Contrada for a celebration of all things mom. We will be serving a prix fixe of Italo-Canadian dishes that remind us (and hopefully remind you) of being home with mom - as a child, as a deadbeat post-adolescent returning for a visit (we won't do your laundry for you), or as a full-grown adult who's finally learned that your mother's cooking is the best food you will ever enjoy. We will strive for that silver medal!

Offers

  • Aperitivo Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Tue - Thu - 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    Join us between 5:30 and 7:30 P.M. Tuesday through Thursday for a selection of discounted snacks and beverages. This includes favourites such as our House Bread, Lamb Ribs, and Contrada Spritz, as well as beer, bubbly, and non-alcoholic options.

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 42 people are saying

Contrada 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Contrada offers a warm and inviting ambiance with "amazing" service and "incredible" food that consistently delights guests. Signature dishes like the ricotta gnocchi, Sunday Porchetta, and burrata toast receive high praise. The thoughtfully curated cocktails and wine list enhance the dining experience. Perfect for date nights or cozy evenings.

42 Reviews

  1. Hemanshi VIP

    Toronto3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Contrada always has the best food and amazing service. It has become one of our go-to spots in Toronto!

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  2. Allie VIP

    San Francisco18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely wonderful experience at Contrada! Everything from the service to the food were incredible. I rarely encounter such friendly, knowledgeable and thoughtful servers. Can’t recommend highly enough. Will be back soon!

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  3. Mark

    Vancouver3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and ambience were truly wonderful and the team made my gf’s birthday feel super special.Tessa was absolutely lovely and made sure to make the dinner special. Highly recommended trying Contrada

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  4. Adam

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, atmosphere and service was outstanding! Will definitely be back (:

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  5. Akiko VIP

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was my first visit, and every dish exceeded my expectations!!

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  6. Cindy

    Toronto1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A really lovely experience overall – the staff were warm and welcoming, and the food was excellent, especially the ricotta gnocchi paired with rosé, the dressed olives, house bread and crostini with mackerel. We did feel a bit rushed during dinner, and the lighting at our table was quite dim, which made it hard to fully enjoy the atmosphere.

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  7. Erin VIP

    Toronto72 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the happy hour drinks and snacks. Everything we ordered was so tasty. Ambiance was lovely.

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  8. Mary VIP

    Toronto9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great time dining at Contrada. Sunday Porchetta was perfection, cocktails and wine list are thoughtfully curated. Service is always warm and genuine.

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  9. Sarah VIP

    Toronto5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    It was really good. I think we just had some higher expectations for the quality of the food and service and comparison to other places. We have been recently. overall a really great experience. 

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  10. Carol VIP

    Toronto14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything on the menu is expertly conceived, prepared, and served. You are treated like an individual human being, rather than an entity to be moved along. Others should try to emulate their superb customer service.

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FAQs

Contrada is rated 4.7 stars by 42 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. Toronto / Ontario
  4. Toronto
  5. Little Italy / College St.

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Contrada

537 College St, Toronto, ON M6G 1A9

Additional information

  • Cross street
    College St. and Euclid Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Little Italy / College St.
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 5:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    CAN$51 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Canadian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Streetcar accessible at Euclid on both North and South sides of College Street
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mike Vieira
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wine
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