This place was absolutely awesome - and that would be an understatement. My family and I visited on probably one of the busiest days of the year - Valentine's Day. The experience was absolutely Legendary. Owner John is a culinary virtuouso. Food was plentiful, exquisite - and on time. Grilled calamari was to die for. Service was beyond Epic. Not sure how they do it - but we were visited by no less than five staff during our meal - including owner John. Felt like I was a real celebrity. Two days later, my family and I are debating as to whether this was perhaps our greatest culinary experience ever. If you are visting Toronto, this is a "must visit."
My fabulous lady friends and myself were there for dinner April 14th. Had such a great experience! Our server, Tate was amazing! He owner stopped by to say Hi and chat. The food was delicious, wine was yummy. We were the guests to leave (sorry...) but before leaving the owners treated us to a shot! Thanks for the great hospitality, good service and delicious food! We will be back!
The service was fantastic! But the food it was Amazing! The atmosphere was also some of the best that I have been in! This tiny spot is a jewel and a must stop by when you are in the area. I will definitely be back!
Great food and a varied menu. Our group had ribs, roasted chicken, and lamb chops. All very tasty. Owner/manager and server, Tate, were very attentive.
An Icon of the Entertainment District in Toronto Al Carbone serves up amazing meals & hospitality. From A list celebrities to everyday people he treats everyone like a star no matter who you are. So far I've tried the pasta which is awesomely delicious & the veal lamb chops, now that's an Italian Classic. The Salmon is mouth watering but if you are into steak he's got the ribeye. Chef Carl Dahl can do it all. Full bar & compliment of fine wines. You feel at home definitely with this kind of hospitality. Highly recommended.
Exceptional food, service and ambiance. We have gone here on a number of occasions and they never disappoint.
This is my go to spot for pre show meals. I've actually never had a bad meal here and the service is always spot on, whether I sit at the bar or a table. I like eating at the bar here, as the tables at the back can be a little too cozy in busy times, otherwise, come after the shows let in, and you'll have a more relaxed experience. They always make sure you get out in time if you have a show to make. The hospitality I've experienced from every person who works there has been excellent. I appreciate that the owner remembers me from a conversation we had several years back. Delicious and hospitable - great combo!
Awesome place busy hopping small and food is always great!! Definitely worth going………
Johnny is a great host, the food is outstanding and the waitstaff is spot on. A must visit when in Toronto
Visiting from Cleveland, OH and this was one of my favorite places we visited. The service was exceptional and the food and wine were outstanding. The atmosphere was perfect and exactly what we were looking for. The whole experience could not have been any better! If we are ever in the area again we will definitely be back!!!!
We were there Dec 13th with our nephew and fiancee to celebrate their engagement. Our party of six were treated like royalty. Champagne, wine and single malts afterwards, all priced very reasonably. Food was delicious and very ample servings. We were all treated with a digestive on the house near the end of evening. John and the staff were very attentive. My wife and I leave in Hudson, Quebec and always make a point of visiting Kit Kat whenever visiting TO and love it.
We usually come every other month before seeing a show and we love it every time ! Amazing food great service and the owner Al and his staff are just fantastic . We just ate here last Friday . You need to make a reservation especially if you are seeing a show to guarantee a table . It's our go to spot ! Thanks for always a great experience .
Atmosphere was amazing, food was fabulous, and service was spectacular!
Great place !
Yes, yes, yes the place is small but it is super compensated with great service and great attention to detail from all the team. Been there many times and is always a great experience !
My friend and I came here a few weeks ago for his birthday. This was our first time coming here as we were visiting Toronto. I loved the atmosphere of this place and the staff were very friendly and attentive! The food was delicious and I really enjoyed the sangria too. I would love to come back sometime.
A nice and cosy place. pastas were just perfect . Tiramusu cake was delicious. The staff were friendly too..Also, it was child friendly. I would come back again .
So happy that we found Kit Kat while visiting and touring Toronto! Sweet restaurant! Great staff.. so friendly and attentive! Owners were so welcoming! Food was delicious! Stop by for a great meal! Buon Apetito!! Ciao!
I can’t say enough great things about Kit Kat. The atmosphere is fantastic- cozy, quirky, and such a unique feel that is totally lost in chain restaurants. The living tree (touch it for good luck) that grows through the roof of the building is just on of the touches that makes dining at Kit Kat a special experience.
We ordered two appetizers, a main each, and a dessert each. All dishes were superb, tasting fresh and flavourful. Jackie, our waitress, was phenomenal. She was fast, efficient, and extremely professional ( not to mention personable). I strongly recommend Kit Kat as your go to downtown Toronto Italian restaurant. And don’t forget to try the crème brulée- yum!
The food was great. Service was amazing. You gotta eat here if you are looking for Italian food. I would not go anywhere else for high quality Italian food.
Great food, prices and service! I love this place and so do my Colleagues. I went on this app for the first time and saw some bad reviews which makes no sense. Some people are always looking for something to complain about. This is not a Michellin Restaurant folks so if you're looking for good Italian food at a reasonable price for a downtown location you will be satisfied. The owners are Italian and care about their customers without doubt.
Theresa Black McCourt
+4.5
I went here before a play down the street. I made reservations . We missed our GO train from Hamilton but when I called they said they would try to fit us in at the later time.
Atmosphere- A really cute kitchy tiny location. Lots of tables, so many tables, too many tables. There is even a table in a narrow hallway along the bar - All filled when we arrived plus people waiting at the bar ( It was a Wednesday night!) We were asked to share a booth with another couple or we would not get to play in time. I had been there numerous times and it was totally worth it.
Food- This lace has ever disappointed me. They had 8 specials tonight. I picked the penne with smoked chicken, red peppers in a creamy rose sauce. Perrrrfect ( KitKat) The woman sharing our space said if she wasn't in public she would lick the bowl - It was that good. I had to agree with that. The others at the table had the penne in red sauce and spicy sausage, That diner said she always gets that particular dish because it is so good she craves it. The vegetarian dish of the evening was a ricotta spinach ravioli with red peppers and peas in rose. I tried one and it was so creamy and scrumptious. My next choice when i go back if it is the special. I also had the Caesar salad which came surprisingly without bacon or croutons. ( came with a small toast The sauce and shaved parmigiana did not need the bacon.
Service- This is where this place does not get my full marks. The young boy try as he might did not quite get it, He knew only half the specials and our requests for salad to come with meal ( time restricted) and separate billing were both missed as was the water that had to be requested. I know it was busy, but this place is always busy.
Impression- I will be back again. there is not doubt about that. I will catch an earlier train and request not to get the hall seat next time.
Great place and great food. Very homey and staff treat you like family. Going back tomorrow night again. Great selection of wines and other spirits.
Excellent service, very accommodating for our party of 9 very hungry and thirsty people. Almost everyone ordered seafood pasta special. All very fresh even in the middle of January. Excellent ambiance and would highly recommend as a date night local especially if you are taking in a show!!
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The food, atmosphere and ambiance was reminiscent of Italian authenticity to its roots. The owner greeted us almost immediately and the bar staff (Lindsay) was warm and welcoming. The food was fresh and second to none that we have ever had and was also reasonably priced. This 'too good to be true' dining experience unfortunately came to an end once we were seated. Our waiter was uninterested in explaining the specials and told us to read the boards and ask him about any terminology that we didn't understand. The food arrived fast and was hot and absolutely delicious. My husband ordered a glass of Merlot to have with his Seafood pasta special and it didn't arrive until we were finished eating. The waiter didn't acknowledge or apologize and was quick to dismiss us. After expressing slight dissatisfaction with this he seemed to avoid us. In the end, the atmosphere, food, owners and almost all staff was incredible. Unfortunately this one gentleman turned what was destined to be excellent experience into sub-par.
Diner from Calgary. The fabulous food was only overshadowed by the service, and in particular, the bar hostess Joanna.
Incredible fun atmosphere where the staff does make everyone feel welcomed and special.
If only all restaurants could bottle this special quality.
Came on my own. In on business. Bought a ticket to see Les Misérables. So only have 1 1/2 hours for dinner. Saw reviews on Urbanspoon and decided to try Kit Kat. The curb appeal is spot on. I'm so glad I did! Welcomed by the owner right away. He made me feel right at home. They added a stool at the bar for me. Joanna, who serves at the bar, was friendly and her recommendations were right on. Food was delicious. Everything was fabulous! I agree: ignore the negative reviews!
Food was great! Grilled calamari, linguine pescatore and penne arrabiatta are fantastic!
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Absolutely Perfect!. My boyfriend and I stopped in Kit Kat for a late night meal tonight.
From the moment we sat down, I felt the sensual, warm, delicious vibe of the little restaurant. Our server was wonderful (I wish I knew her name ~ she deserves praise). She took the time to thoroughly go through the menu and specials with us, she checked on us just often enough, and she was very attentive. I could not ask for anything more than what she gave us.
We had the cheese bruschetta which was probably the best bruschetta that I have ever eaten. We were offered bread while we waited for our main courses, (our great server warned us that my choice would take some time). We appreciated the heads-up (though after our appetizer, it really wasn't a long wait - mind you it was not busy at the time). He had the cheese ravioli with vegetables (which was incredible), and I chose the Lemon Chicken. Every bite was simply perfection. The portions were generous ~ the prices were absolutely in-line with the quality of food. Everyone who was working was smiling and saying hello (as I walked upstairs from the washroom or when they passed by our table). The atmosphere was very comfortable and I felt as though everyone cared that we were having a nice time.
After our meal, we spoke with the manager who was very nice. Though we were the last couple to leave at the end of the night, there was no rush and everyone was smiling. To top off the experience, we were offered a yummy after dinner shot as we walked out from the manager. We made a wish on the lucky tree. :)
We walked out to be faced with a freezing rain storm in April but we both were in a great mood. (Funny how a nice meal and nice service can truly elevate one's mood).
I've eaten in many high-end restaurants in Toronto. I cannot speak about other servers at Kit Kat or what the restaurant is like on a busy night.... I can,however, say that the meal and the experience was one of the best that I've ever had.
I am disappointed in myself for having not visited Kit Kat sooner. The food, the ambiance, and the service was excellent. We will be back as often as we can.
I hope their restaurant can be saved by the proposed condo development planned for the site. It truly would be a shame to see it close.
http://www.saverestaurantrow.com/
Thank-you sincerely Kit Kat for a surprisingly wonderful evening.
Loved it! Had the calamari for starters, fettuccine Alberto for a main and the tiramisu for dessert. Willing to go back for the exact same dishes.
Forget any negative reviews of this place! It was fantastic. Me and my date shared the Pasta Misto for 2, choosing the fettuccine alberto, penne sausage, and angelhair basilico. The penne and the fettuccine were to die for. Perfectly cooked al dente and perfectly seasoned. The service was great and the server Christine had a lot of personality. The only thing left to be desired was the garlic toast but what really can you do with that? The restaurant atmosphere was outstanding and had a true European feel including the cozy but comfortable size. The beer and wine is reasonably priced. A+ all around.
Awesome food. I recently visited this restaurant for Dinner with my friends. Its a very busy place that requires reservation and some wait. But the environment was very cool and servers were friendly. The menu had good selection of authentic Italian dishes. There was a special daily menu and ample options for vegetarians. All the entrees we ordered were well-cooked and really delicious. Also the quantity was more than enough. I ordered Tiramisu for dessert and it was good too. The prices were on a little higher side but the food was worth every penny. I would definitely visit again.
This place always gets very tender calamari, cooks it just right. Served with a rich sauce (wish I could remember what).
Ate here recently on a Monday night. Cute little place, and we sat right next to the window, nice romantic atmosphere. The manager was very inviting and welcomed us in warmly. Our server was a little quiet, not overly happy but knew her specials and everything very well. We were also approached by a few other servers which was a little weird but still appreciated. I had the lemon chicken dinner, came with grilled veggies an mashed potato. Chicken was crispy, a little bland but overall good. Veggies and potato were delicious. My boyfriend had the seafood pescatore which was delicious. We also shared the Creme brûlée which was average but still satisfying. I would come back again.
Cosy and fun. I really like coming here for a quick lunch or dinner before the theater. The room is always jumping and Al is a great restauranteur. Spicy sausage on penne is my husband's favorite. I usually stick to the fish specials. Today I had grilled vegetables and shrimps from the antipasto selection. Please note that this place is noisy and cramped but I think that is part of the fun.
After the show I took my parents there, and had a wonderful time. The food was fantastic the menu items we're varried, quality was superb and the wait-staff, (particulary Christine) were excellent!! We (the four of us) would all highly recommend this place. Whether you try the specials (we tried a couple - Ocean Trout was to die for) or the favorites "Fettechini Alberto" - Not to be missed!) you cannot go wrong! The suggested wine (Apothic Red a 2009 bottle with the most beautiful mocha finish - was superb with all or the dishes - even the simple cappuccino was a wonderful finish to the meal. 4 appetizers, 4 filling succulent entres, 1 bottle of wine and 4 cappuccinos for just about 200 including tax befor gratuity, and I would say that it was one of the best meals we have had out in along time. 5 out of 5 for combined quality, value and service. Woul go back I'm a heartbeat - if you are anywhere the King Street west Entertainment district - do NOT miss this gem!
Small and Friendly Italian. I seem to like small and lively places. This one also has great italian food and fun, friendly service. Great sidewalk patio to watch Toronto finest walk by.
It was a very nice experience. I was there last night and I had the specials for the day, Calamari and Mussels for starter and Alaska Cod with Blueberries. It was delicious, the calamari was very soft and the sauce very tasty, the mussels were also very good. The combination of cod and blueberries it is a very interesting mix of sensation, taste and colours. I really liked it. My and friend had reservation or 7:30 and it looked like they weren't totally aware of it. They first offered a table in front of the bar, which I refused because it is in the way. They then offered another table in the back. I didn't quite like that spot right in front of the kitchen. I saw some other available and better located tables, but it seems they keep them for people they already know. Anyways, the service, the wine and the food were outstanding. Im sure w I'll be back there soon! Highly recommended!
A very delicious and enjoyable experience. The special calimari was really tasty with a very nice complimenting sauce and great to share. The seafood pasta dish looks small at first but is packed with fresh seafood and is was very filling. The veal is tender with a really nice sauce as well. We tried the creme bruele and tiramisu and couldn't put it down. This will hurt your wallet, but if you don't think about that and just enjoy yourself you won't be disappointed.
Currently savoring every flavor in the rich osso bucco and angelhair fettucinni with my lovely girlfriend on Valentines day. Dimly lit with soothing music playing in the background and molto buono service. I would recommend this wonderful little jewel on king street to anyone looking to experience Italy without jumping on a plane. Definitely my new favorite authentic Italian restaurant in the city. Buono appitito!
Wow! GREAT Italian feast!. I had dinner here last week with a friend. It reminded me a lot of typical New York style Italian restaurants
Looking at the menu we noticed the 3way pasta option and with too many to choose from that sounded amazing we decided to go with that. Best thing is it could be any pastas even the specials.
Every bite, from all three plates was just to die for. We continued to rave about how good it was well after our bottle of wine was gone. Amazing food, great service! Will definitely be back!!
What a find!. Late at night, after work, with most other places closed on King West, we discovered rather by chance Kit Kat. Made to feel at home in this smallish place, we thouroughly enjoyed our meals (we both had pasta specials) Great service and made to feel welcome even though I am sure the staff all wanted to go home. Pastas, couple of beers each and an appitizer, including good tip and taxes for less than $90.00 is damn fair.
Great food ... great service ... great place ... will be on the list for future return trips
Really Cool Place with even better food. Try to daily fish special .. It's a keeper !!
Best Pre- and Post-Theatre Place. The pastas are great (everything else on the menu can be ignored), and the ability to choose three of any pasta off the menu (including daily specials) at a set price makes it extremely affordable, given the location.
Al Carbone runs the restaurant with his family and his ever present dog, providing customers with a wide home made southern Italian cooking. The Osso Buco Milanese is superb as good as mothers and is my mainstay here.
Food was great, especially cheese tortollini-service great too with great atmosphere.
My wife and I went to the Kit Kat restaurant after a long afternoon in the Auto Show at the Toronto Convention Centre. It has to be the worst laid out convention centre in the world. We walked for miles. Needless to say we were hungry for a good meal. After walking down to the King Street restaurant strip we decided to see if we could get into the Kit Kat without reservations. The weather was nasty this Saturday night, it was a virtual blizzard in the downtown. Luckily we got inside and were able find a spot in a short line waiting to get in, thanks to John Carbone, the owner manager who promised he would get us in without a reservation. We have been to this restaurant many times before. I have even eaten at the short and narrow bar. After waiting for a while, a waitress came around and took our coats and hung them up. Shortly after this we were seated at a table for two. We sat directly across from the
I had dinner at a friend of mine's staple last night, the Kit Kat Bar and Grill. It's a quaint little restaurant on King Street in the theatre district of Toronto with a small, welcoming bar mid way through the restaurant. I mention the bar because the
Gimme a break; gimme a break!; gimme a break of that kit kat bar (and grill)!
Really cozy italian restaurant. The staff are friendly and let you try a wine before ordering it. Me and my friend shared the gazpacho and I had their special seafood pasta and their cheese cake for dessert. I highly reccomend the gazpacho but thenpasta was decent. I'd say prototypical italian resto. The cheese cake was flavorful - blueberries, lemon and caramel. the acidity and tartness of the lemon balanced out the blueberries and caramel really well.
I would only avoid going here on cold windy days because you get a massive draft in the restaurant since its essentially one elongated corridor!
First time we went here was at least a decade back and then recently .. The food is the same , the owner is the same .. It's small piece of history !
Mike “Venom Ninja” Hilario
+5
The food here is fantastic! This Italian rustic place is an amazing experience for all your senses. The decor is beautiful and homely. It's like your in little Italy. The waiting staff is very pleasant and friendly. Everything we ate was so flavourful and brightly presented. We enjoyed ourselves a lot. We will definitely come back here again.
Small and cozy bar/restaurant. The food was delicious, never had calamari that looked they way they did theirs. Wasn't too expensive. Good service, we were sitting by the front door so it was a bit chilly
A nice place to go after a show! :) Great atmosphere, ambience , waiters and cooks alike. It's a small restaurant, I suggest you make reservations and try their specials. We had a seafood pasta and a regular spaghetti and meat sauce and I totally wanted seconds if my stomach would have handled it. Great local place to eat!
Walk past the kitchen as you head to seating in the back and pass a real tree inside when heading downstairs (to the bathrooms).
Overall an interesting atmosphere and the food was good! I had the Atlantic char, wife had the chicken parm. The only piece of critique was the fake Parmesan cheese in the shaker. Can’t have good food with that stuff, get some real Parmigiano-Reggiano!
Extremely busy little restaurant, but if you make a reservation it is well worth the short wait.
These guys know there business and surprisingly remember faces even if you only visit every so often. Which makes you feel like a VIP.
The resturant had a cozy atmosphere that allowed you to carry on conversations at your table without having to scream at the person sitting across from you.
The service was exceptionally great, the food even better and the wine list, yet not overly extensive paired well with the food being served.
Celebrating daughter's birthday on Sunday and had a wonderful time. The staff is amazing and made her day very special. The food is delicious and flavorful and the service impeccable. The magnificent tree inside the restaurant is truly a spectacular site. Definitely would go back to try the other dishes.
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