Planning a Toronto Getaway? Put Piano Piano on Your Dinner List

If you’re planning a Toronto getaway, make dinner at Piano Piano at 55 Colborne Street part of it.

It’s right in the St. Lawrence Market area, so you can walk over from the market or hop off at King station. Inside, you’ll find a playful, whimsical vibe with a carousel bar downstairs and colourful decor upstairs.

They serve Italian comfort food that leans into big flavours and shareable plates. Their new summer menu has a few standouts worth ordering.

We started with Not Your Nonna’s Arancini. It’s a crispy Arborio rice cake topped with beef tartare, Sicilian anchovy, creamy garlic aioli, and parsley. The crunch gives way to rich, umami layers, different from the usual arancini in the best way.

Next came the Lobster Spaghetti al Zafferano. Handmade pasta tossed in a saffron cream with chives, lemon, and a hit of Calabrian chilli for subtle heat. The lobster is generous and sweet, and the aromatic sauce coats every bite.

We finished with the Basque cheesecake, served with blueberry and roasted white chocolate. It’s creamy and not too sweet, a nice finish after the savoury courses.

They also make solid sourdough pizzas. Reserve your table on OpenTable before your trip to secure the time you want.