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   LoveItalianFood

   Vancouver

   5 reviews

   1.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall1food1service1ambience3

   Went for the $220 course and it was a total disappointment. Later I looked around and seems like $140 a la carte must be the better choice as everyone else was ordering that. I will list what went wrong: 1. hair in the brioche - replacement came 10 minutes later with no apology. 2. almost all dishes were unbalanced (too much acid in the delicate white fish plate, etc.), worst of all the temperature was off. (lukewarm pasta, dry pasta) 3. last course's bison steak was changed to wagyu, and the 1/3 was just fat (not a marble, just fat) and I saw other table (came after us) was served the same dish as a la carte with jus au boeuf type of sauce poured on the table, but mine was not) 4. timing was bad - some courses came too fast, and then awkward long wait for the next course. 5. quality of 2 desserts was sad, I couldn't finish them. Hazelnut dessert was boring. Other dessert was just for a show with smoke with dry ice, but that's it. I should have read all those 1 star reviews and trusted them - it was a hard and expensive lessen I paid!

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   VictoriaN

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall4food5service5ambience5

   I took my fiance for his 30th birthday last night. He's been wanting to go for a year since learning about Don Alfonso. The food was fantastic and the service was excellent. The only issue we had was that the special that was offered (caviar) cost a lot more than we expected. We've never had caviar before so we really aren't familiar with pricing for it. It was our own fault for not asking for the price but I guess I felt a little embarrassed to do so at such a high-end place. It would've been nice to have that disclosed before we ordered it rather than learning the price after seeing an extra $450 added to the bill. That was more than all the other items together! Overall we are planning to go again for another special occasion, just without adding the special offering.

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   HLY0802

   Toronto

   1 review

   vip
   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   The experience was exceptional. Our waiter Liam was a real sweet guy and made the experience even more memorable. My friend and I went for the a la cart menu, between the 2 of us, we were able to try 6 dishes. Also got free bite size dessert for friend's bday and even a bday gift. Everything was perfect and well desert the michilin star.

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   Shaw

   Toronto

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

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   Worth experiencing for real, tasty food , amazing service by the servers. The views and ambience are to die for. The food was definitely worth the bite , had a the tasting menu .Just impeccable!

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   marylough

   Las Vegas

   23 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   23 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   overall5food4service5ambience5

   Service was amazing. Food was good at its best but very expensice. Special pasta dish was $80.00 per plate, small and the pasta wasn't warm but it was very flavourful. We order 2 along the side of our set menu of $140.00 pp. The whole table had to have it. They wouldnt give you a option as I wanted to try the $230.00 pp one but the other couple didn't like the menu. Great experience, beautiful view of the city. Our bill was $1,400.00 in change including tip for 4 of us.

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6. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Toronto

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 2 days ago

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   Fantastic experience. Food exceeded expectations. The service was excellent. Will definitely be back!

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   Lana

   Toronto

   5 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

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   The food was delicious, and the service was amazing. The staff were welcoming, skilled, and really elevated the evening.

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   Sunsue40

   Cancun

   53 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   53 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   This place was excellent I would definitely recommend it to someone for a special occasion.

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   MELODYS

   Toronto

   3 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   An amazing night. Had the a la carte menu and it was delicious. Every course impressed! We will be back to try the tasting menu and wine pairings for sure once we save up!

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    Jackie

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

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    Our anniversary experience was phenomenal. We booked 3 months in advance and was worth every minute of the time we waited to celebrate our special night. Our server Liam was exceptional, as we're all of the other wonderful staff we met. To say the food was outstanding would be an understatement. We are looking forward to this being our anniversary and special occasion destination in the future.

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    Cami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

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    It was a great experience. The chef serves art in the form of food.

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    SabihaO

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

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    Some of the dishes were not as good as we expected, especially the risotto and lobster. However, the duck was really good.

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    KevinA

    Toronto

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 March 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Same menu as 5 years ago Expecting better improved new menu .

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    Sandra3833

    Toronto

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 19 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing ambiance. Views were spectacular. Service impeccable. Bathrooms were pretty cool too! Meal was delicious but pricey although not outrageous for this type of restaurant. Definitely worth a visit with the tasting menu a must on your first time here.

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    JanS

    Toronto

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 19 March 2023

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    Best restaurant in the city. We can’t wait to come back

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    OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 March 2023

    overall1food1service4ambience5

    My pasta was very dry and under cooked. Great presentation but an almost non existent flavour profile. The desserts were flavourful but not remotely worth the price.

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    NicolaB

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 18 March 2023

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    Dining felt like an experience. Food incredible, ambience amazing, service next level. An experience to be remembered and savoured long past the moment

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    Luv2dine

    Toronto

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on 17 March 2023

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    This restaurant certainly lives up to its reputation. Although we did not have the opportunity to experience the "tasting menu", the a-la-carte menu was outstanding. The service was impeccable, as well as the ambiance. We will definitely be returning.

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    JuanF

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Lives up to its reputation. Wonderful meal, incredible staff.

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    EveP

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 17 March 2023

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    Food Presentation was Absolutely Beautiful, Food was Amazingly Delicious, Ambiance was Incredibly Spectacular, and the Service was So On Point.

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    AdrianaR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing experience, food, service and ambience!!!!

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    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 16 March 2023

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    We had an amazing experience celebrating a 40th Birthday.

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    DCEats

    London

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 15 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Beautiful views, excellent, very conscientious and seamless service. We ordered from the a la carte menu and found the dishes all quite good but the star of the show was the dessert-- so clever, inventive, and varied in flavour, texture, and temperature, without being too rich or too sweet. Would 100% return specifically for the desserts.

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    Lencho

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 March 2023

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    We went to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary, and we had the great fortune to be served by the waiter Santiago, who showered us with attention and made us spend a wonderful night. Everything was wonderful and delicious!!! They also have very good tequilas and mezcals!!

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    Arup

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Visited for my wife's 33rd birthday. Was a great experience. I intend to make this our new go-to spot to replace Ruth's Chris.

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    Skittles

    Ottawa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The plates were exquisite and the service was very friendly!

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    YasminR

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 March 2023

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    ONE OF THE BEST RESTAURANT EXPERIENCES OF MY LIFE!!! OMG!!! Loved every single second and the food was OUTSTANDING!!!!!

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    DukeOfKent

    Toronto

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 12 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Took my wife for our 2 year anniversary and it was one of the best dining experiences of our lives. The staff are pleasant, knowledgeable and real professionals. The dining is exquisite. Michelin Star experpience. Thank you, Nathan, for the extra care last night. A very memorable evening.

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29. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 12 March 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5

    I would say the concepts of the place (like the martini four ways) are still in the "theoretical" phase. I expected better quality food and execution for the price.

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    SarahY

    Toronto

    25 reviews

    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 12 March 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    We had a wonderful meal out with friends at Don Alfonso. We ordered a la carte and thoroughly enjoyed our selections. Highlights were the Wagyu beef and the bison.

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    Fp06

    Toronto

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 11 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    My wife and I came here to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Due to some recent medical challenges for my wife, she was not able to partake in the tasting menus and the restaurant was extremely accommodating to her needs. Our waiter, Regan, made sure my wife felt included throughout the evening regardless of her menu selection. While it might seem trivial to some, it meant the world to my wife. We really want to thank and appreciate Regan for making our night so memorable for us both! Food was amazing - if you’re on the fence, definitely bite the bullet! There is a reason it’s one of the top Italian restaurants outside of Italy! Will definitely return :)

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    OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Food, ambience and service were all GREAT!

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    OpenTable Diner

    Grand Rapids

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    After a smooth ride up to the 38th floor in a glass elevator, we were treated to elevated hospitality in an elegant and inviting setting with breathtaking panoramic views of the Toronto skyline. The service is flawless (Rachel, you were fabulous!) and the food is exceptionally delicious and well executed. Based on my prior dining experiences, I would give Don Alfonso a second Michelin star. Be prepared to open your wallet, but you will not be disappointed. Highly recommended for a memorable evening in TO.

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    YaseenM

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 March 2023

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    Everything was amazing! Service was fantastic and Kelly took care of everything we needed. To cap it off, they gave us a tour of the entire restaurant and a chance to talk with the chef.

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    PaulM

    Vancouver

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on 10 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Overall an excellent experience. Price point is premium

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    TaraJ

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 March 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience2

    We were celebrating a birthday which I mentioned prior to reservation, however no effort from the staff or kitchen.

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    VadymA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Fully satisfied with the first experience in Don Alfonso It was a real pleasure with the food and service provided. 100% sure , that needs to be repeated again with deeper research. Any way thanks a lot to all staff who was involved. Rgs Vadym

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I took my friend there to celebrate her 40th birthday. We had such a wonderful time and the staff took great care of us. The service was impeccable. Beautiful presentation of the food, everything was tasty. Thank you so much for making it so special!

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    AmarS

    Cancun

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing experience

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    AlexV

    Chicago

    19 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 4 March 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4

    For a restaurant with a reputation like this, the dishes weren’t as good as one would reasonably expect. Some of the dishes were served lukewarm and the white wine wasn’t chilled. Unfortunately, at that point one cannot help but think about the value compared to the price you’re expected to pay for dining at an establishment as this. We are happy to report that the service was impeccable.

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