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Ici Bistro

538 Manning Ave., Toronto, Ontario, Canada
416-536-0079
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Ranked #82 of 3,313 restaurants in Toronto
5.0 of 5 stars 8 Reviews
Dining options: Reservations
Neighbourhood: Downtown Toronto
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Toronto
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW via mobile

I have heard a lot of great reviews about ici bistro and we were lucky enough to get a table for 2 the day before the dinner. Service is attentive and unpretentious. The waitress came to take us to our table the moment we stepped into the restaurant. Then brought us the menu with some explanations on how the 2... More

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Toronto, Canada
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56 reviews 56 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

Exquisite describes Ici Bistro. It's very small, hard to get a reservation, but worth the wait and the price. One of the best restaurants I've been to. Everything is prepared with great detail, even the greens accompanying a dish. Fabulous selection of delicious appetizers. Main courses excellent. Requires a return visit just to try the different dishes. Wonderful service. French... More

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See 20 more reviews by traveltheglobe1 for Toronto
Toronto
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 February 2012
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Finally Toronto has a high end neighbourhood bistro offering top notch food and service. This is not your usual bistro fare. Dishes are lighter, perfectly executed, well timed, beautifully presented. Almost all items on the menu come in two sizes so you can order smaller portions if you wish. The service is professional, friendly and knowledgeable. The wine list is... More

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London, On
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012
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We went for supper on Feb 3, 2012 and had an excellent evening. We each had three plates of the smaller size each paired with the suggested wines. (All choices come in small or main meal size) Choice is excellent, preparation and plates are definitely first class. Prices are a touch expensive but well matched to what you get so... More

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Toronto, Canada
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

We were finally able to get into Ici Restaurant in Toronto; I say finally because, believe it or not, we made reservations three weeks ago! Ici opened in November 2010 on Manning Avenue in Toronto after two years of fighting ridiculous issues with a City Councillor; not sure what the hoopla was over since it's a very small French restaurant... More

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See 6 more reviews by et-toronto for Toronto
Paris, France
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125 reviews 125 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 October 2011

If you are looking for a restaurant with imaginative, nouvelle French cuisine, modern decor and a great overall ambiance, then, this is the restaurant for you. The chef is originally from Lyons. Their menu has two prices for appetiser and main course sizes. The menu provides wine pairings for all appetisers/mains. You can order wine by the glass. We started... More

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Toronto
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 July 2011

This gem of a restaurant is small. Only 25 seats. it is best to book a couple of weeks in advance. The front of house staff is very warm, Jenny is the chef J.P. Challet's business partner, she often takes reservations and welcomes you. The food is fantastic. There are two size/price options for all appetizers and mains. Jalousie of... More

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Toronto, Canada
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 June 2011

Ici Bistro was such a charming , adorable and tiny place. There are very few seats, so it is difficult to secure a reservation. The food was delicious and creative. This little spot is sure to please.

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