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Joso's
Category: Restaurants Seafood Seafood [Edit]
202 Davenport RdToronto, ON M5R 1J2
Neighbourhood: The Annex
(416) 925-1903
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 12 pm - 11 pm
Sat 5:30 pm - 11 pm
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Dressy
- Price Range:
-
$$$$
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- No
- Take Away:
- No
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Good For:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Noise Level:
- Loud
- Has TV:
- No
- Caters:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
12 reviews for Joso's
Review Highlights
12 reviews in English
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Review from Randy B.
9/29/2011
This place is oozes Sexy!
If you are lucky enough to squeeze into this small and intimate place, you will enjoy it immensely! Ordained with nude original art & sculptures, the whole experience is just so sexy -- so delicious -- and if you weren't in public, you may just want to be naughty!
Super lovely and professional staff, an amazing experience into seafood. Makes a wonderful romantic evening for two, or a fun experience for a small group.
Their website features photos of celebrities who've dined here, literally a whos-who. I HIGHLY recommend this place for a great evening! -
Review from Kathy H.
Mississauga, ON
11/30/2011
I love this place and I also love boobies. I booked in advance so we got a table immediately. Firstly, I must say... I absolutely adore our little table. When I sat next to my boyfriend on the sofa seat (I was really suppose to sit across), I was squished and attached to him because tables were placed SO close together. Big plus for me hahaha!
I had the Spaghettini Alla Leonardo, which was diced octopus and shrimp in angel hair spaghetti (spaghettini). Generous amount of octopus pieces :) considering this is in Toronto. And it was delicious!
The highlight, really, was my boyfriend's dish, Spaghettini Alla Siciliana, the black ink spaghettini. Surprisingly AMAZING!!! I thought it'd be icky squid ink, but I knew other reviewers were saying good things about it... SO YES! IT IS TRUE, it tastes awesome, and it's much messier than spaghetti with heavy tomato-sauce. The ink was splashing everywhere.
I didn't like our waitress though :( she was kinda snobby (hence the 4 stars).. but wasn't TOO bitchy, and I tipped her $30 (she was so nice to me as I walked out the restaurant). So in total, that was $80.
So really... $50 without tip, the bill wasn't expensive :D! Would LOVE to come back and try their other dishes! -
Review from Silvano G.
York, ON
10/31/2011
Eclectic room by a mile. Some of the fish can be pricey BUT no better grilled fish anywhere. Leonardo pasta is a dish I have to order everytime I go there
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Review from Rick D.
Toronto, ON
1/13/2011
My boss decided to bring me here once with our coworkers from Europe and I was blown away. This is a true Fish/Seafood restaurant away from the sea.
The way that they present the fish to preparing it is amazing.
I brought my GF and brother that is from out of town here to celebrate his Birthday and had a great experience. They explain every fish, seafood and wine to you in detail and will spend the time it takes to show you how to cut your fish once it arrives to the table.
This is not only a meal but a great experience -
Review from Denise S.
8/24/2010
I went here with a couple Croatian friends who have been coming here for years (the owner's family is from Zadar). This is one of the best seafood restaurants in the city and it's surprising that it has gone under the radar for a while. I mean, there is a wall of celebrities who have visited the restaurant, but I haven't read a recent review of this place in any website/magazine/newspaper for a long time. So, even though Joso's has been in business for decades and is Zagat-rated, it still felt like a "discovery".
I went for dinner on a Friday and they do 2 seatings, 6:30 and 9:30pm, so plan/reserve accordingly. This is the kind of place to have a long, unhurried dinner with lots of courses!
The restaurant itself is cozy with 2 floors and the walls are absolutely covered in art. The current owner is Leo, the son of "the" Joso behind the name. His father's art work is on display, including paintings and sculpture. I sat in the corner table on the first floor, which has a lovely collection of Picasso sketches to admire while you eat. The whole atmosphere is very European with a laid-back elegance. There is a small, covered patio in front.
The food is best enjoyed with a group. We ordered the famous risotto nero (black risotto dyed with octopus ink). It's around $45 and only comes in one serving size for 3-4 people. We were just 3 people and definitely had leftovers. Beware, the dish is delicious but it does sort of turn your teeth black for the rest of the meal! So be careful if you're on a date:P Next we shared a seafood platter. At the beginning of your meal, the waitress brings out a display of the seafood available for the day and you can choose whatever looks good. We opted for the red snapper, with some sardines and calamari (a must here!). Everything was very fresh and cooked in a healthy way, without a lot of oil or butter, just grilled with some seasoning. Delicious. It came with some potatoes cooked in the Croatian style (sort of like potato salad but the potatoes are sliced, not mashed).
Decent wine list with choices in a wide price range.
Exceptional service. Although it was my first visit, I got kisses on either cheek from the owner. It's the kind of place where it seems that everyone is a regular.
We unfortunately did not have room for any desserts. Next time. There will definitely be a next time! -
Review from Mochi M.
3/15/2011
It was $300 for some fish I could have fried better at home. Luckily my friend enjoyed it, but I didn't find the price tag worth what I got.
Don't go unless someone else is paying, like your boss. I found the fish cooked but way too oily, and the service was kind of lackluster. They ignored us until it was time to pay the bill and then they came over fawning. -
Review from melissa s.
Toronto, ON
7/16/2010
This is by far one of my fave restos in Toronto.
The art work is spectacular -- all done by the owner himself!
The service is the best, food is always perfect, and even the washrooms are gorgeous and clean.
You must try the squid ink risotto.
Their website doesn't do the place justice. -
Review from Ron C.
White Rock, BC
8/22/2011
I always find time for this jewel, food excellent staff friendly and a very enjoyable way to spend an evening. Very reasonably priced for what it is. Treat yourself and go.
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Review from Andrew W.
4/14/2010
Joso's was recommended to me by a friend's father as a nice place to take a date when exploring Toronto. This was coming from the man who I believed to be cooler, trendier, and generally more sophisticated than I was, or ever could be, despite being 40 years older than me.
To be brief: this was one of my favorite dining experiences of my life. Intimate tables, interesting decor, amazing people watching, and of course, great food. I'd say it is a romantic place to eat, but that isn't quite right... Joso's is basically dripping with sex appeal. That may sound off-putting, but it is tasteful and interesting.
I plan on returning here whenever I get the chance... I'm still annoyed that I didn't order the squid ink risotto. -
Review from Guy D.
11/25/2008 1 photo
I was taken here by my boss and had never heard of it and certainly had no idea it was such a movie star hangout when the TIFF is running in September.
All I know is the Fish is some of the best I have ever enjoyed in a restaurant and they have a killer wine list too.
It's not your average night out but if you want to splash the cash with a guaranteed reward make a reservation. -
Review from Brad H.
2/13/2011
A favorite in Toronto. Entertaining atmosphere and wonderful food.
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Review from Jonathan G.
11/29/2009
Oh Joso's, what are you? From the pictures of celebrity-patrons (Mariah Carey, Springsteen, De Niro, Kate Hudson, etc.), you seem like a VIP-only establishment that requires reservations weeks in advance and a special connection to get past a velvet rope. But, no, you're down-to-earth and don't play difficult-to-get with your reservations (though reservations are recommended). From the photographs and paintings of women (and the occasional man) in stages of undress lining the walls and from the boudoir red color of the establishment, I would expect Hugh Hefners in silk pajamas smoking Cubans in the corner. But instead I see a very mixed crowd of couples and families and friends. And I worry that the ostentatious decor hides sub-par food, but, no, the food is amazing. From the simple yet fresh goat-cheese salad, to the creamy and delicious risotto prepared with sepia (squid) and its ink, to the mousse and creme brulee that were perfectly sweetened, my taste buds were pleased. Joso's is a treat for the senses.
