Can't Dine Out? These 20 Toronto Restaurants Are Offering Date Night Meal Delivery
Missing date night and the feeling of being treated to delicious food and wine (without all the cleanup)? These Toronto restaurants offer the eats and the ambiance with their at-home, date night meal kits, by delivery or takeout. From oysters to pizzas, what better way to support local businesses and enjoy a delicious meal, all from the comfort and safety of your own home? Note: menu options are subject to frequent change.
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1 of 20
North of Brooklyn Pizzeria
<p> This New York-style pizzeria is bringing the taste of The Big Apple into your home with their Tough Times Specials. Their “Tough Times for Two” offers beer or wine, one medium pie, salad, garlic knots and two dips. We like the looks of this margherita pizza, though their spicy Killer Bee pie is great too. Follow <a href="https://www.northofbrooklyn.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">North of Brooklyn</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/northofbrooklyn/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest hours, updates and offerings. Spending more time in the kitchen? <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/kitchen-basics/photos/cooking-techniques-to-try/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Try these offbeat cooking methods</a>. -
2 of 20
The Dirty Bird Chicken and Waffles
<p>As one person posted, “my stomach dances looking at this.” While you’d be hard-pressed to find any meat-eaters who don’t like chicken and waffles, not all chicken and waffles are created equal. The Dirty Bird chicken is hand-breaded in a gluten-free signature flour blend and offers fun twists. Pick it up or order delivery, sit back and enjoy this <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/photos/iconic-southern-comfort-food-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Southern</a> style delicacy in the comfort of your own home. Follow <a href="https://www.thedirtybird.ca/site/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Dirty Bird Chicken and Waffles</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dirtybirdto/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest hours, updates and offerings. -
3 of 20
Antler Kitchen and Bar
<p> If you haven’t yet had the chance to experience <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/big-food-bucket-list/photos/editors-reveal-best-restaurants-across-canada/#!restaurants-antler" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Antler</a> (reservations usually fill up weeks in advance), this is your chance to try Michael Hunter and Jody Shapiro’s wild delicacies. Antler’s Cook at Home Meal Kits reflect the local, seasonal and near-north Canadian cuisine they’ve become so well-known for. Their Game Box is BBQ-, sous vide- or oven-ready — and includes two whole spatchcock Cornish game hens, four bison ribeye, four duck breasts and four wild boar rack chops. Antler did the heavy lifting so all you have to do is cook it; the meat is marinated with garlic, herbs and olive oil and the boar has been brined. Think of it as one way to bring the great outdoors into your home and to your table. Follow <a href="http://www.antlerkitchenbar.com/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Antler</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/antlerkitchenbar/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest hours and offerings. </p> -
4 of 20
Fusaro’s Italian Kitchen
<p> The mantra “from our kitchen to your table,” has taken on a new meaning as we <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/recipes-to-master-while-stuck-indoors/#!recipe-no-knead-olive-zaatar-bread" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">spend more time indoors</a>. Fusaro’s Italian Kitchen is taking comfort food to the next level and offering an at-home dining experience; you can try anything from one of their famous pizza pies to lasagna Bolognese to rice balls. Follow <a href="http://fusaros.com/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Fusaro’s</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/fusaros/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest hours, updates and offerings. For more inspiration, check out <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/baking/photos/italian-desserts-try-before-you-die/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">these Italian desserts you need to try before you die</a>. -
5 of 20
Barque Smokehouse
<p> Smoked beef brisket, baby back ribs, smoked pulled lamb... not having a smoker doesn’t have to stand in the way of you and your favourite BBQ (m)eats. Pre-order heat-to-eat or cook-at-home options for delivery or curbside pickup Wednesday through Sunday, with a day’s notice required. Bonus: Barque is holding “office hours” to help guide customers BBQ in their ovens at home. Love heat? Try their ghost chili hot sauce or any of their other rubs and sauces for a DIY take on this season’s best <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/fire-masters/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">grilling</a>. Follow <a href="https://www.barque.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Barque Smokehouse</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/barquebbq/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest updates and offerings, as well as Barque’s “Smoking at Home” how-to videos. </p> -
6 of 20
Boukan
<p>The creole word for “fire,” Boukan offers the best of Haitian street food in Leslieville. Boukan is serving up a three-course experience you can order for takeout or delivery (just place your order ahead of time). Try a local favourite – conch lambi – or delicious Haitian beignets (fried dough) by an award-winning chef <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ChefLissade/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">@ChefLissade</a>. Follow <a href="https://boukan.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Boukan</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/boukan.to/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest hours, updates and offerings. -
7 of 20
LCXO by La Carnita
<p> If you’re craving La Carnita’s bold flavours and love of street art and music, try their limited LCXO delivery menu at-home. Good news: homemade chips and dips are available, as are their hardshell homestyle taco kit. And if you’re going the distance, don’t miss the cinnamon-covered churros with cajeta sauce. If you prefer to forego the prep entirely, their carne asada burritos are a great option for a quick bite. Follow <a href="https://www.lacarnita.com/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">LCXO by Carnita</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lcxo.delivery/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. For something a little different, try one of these <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/entertaining/photos/mouthwatering-margaritas-for-a-summer-party/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">mouthwatering margaritas</a></p>. -
8 of 20
Greta Solomon’s Dining Room
<p> Owned and operated by an all-female crew in the heart of Leslieville, Greta Solomon’s modern French cuisine and stellar wine cellar are now available by way of a changing weekly takeout menu. The wines are sourced from small vineyards that have been certified as biodynamic, organic and sustainable — and all dishes are made in-house, with ingredients from The Butcher Shoppe, Marc’s Mushrooms, Daily Seafood and other local suppliers. A recent menu included beef bourguignon, mushrooms, carrots, onions and barley. Orders need to be in by Thursday at 6PM each week, for Saturday or Sunday pickups. Follow <a href="https://www.gretasolomonsdiningroom.com/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Greta Solomons</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/gretasolomons/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest hours, updates and offerings. You can also try these <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/photos/delicious-french-canadian-dishes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">delicious French-Canadian dishes</a></p>. -
9 of 20
Mnandi Pies
<p>These Zimbabwean-style savoury pies feature local ingredients and an incredibly inspiring <a href="http://mnandipies.com/#inspiration" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">origin story</a>. You can try steak and onion, chicken and mushroom, beef and kale, as well as a <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/all-time-best-vegetarian-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">vegetarian</a> carrot and kale option. But, whichever ones you choose (we recommend all), the pastry will be flaky and crisp. Follow <a href="http://mnandipies.com/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mnandi Pies</a> on <a href="http://instagram.com/mnandipies" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest hours, updates and offerings. -
10 of 20
Buca Osteria & Enoteca
<p> Known for their locally-sourced, seasonal “nose to tail” cuisine and artisanal fare, Buca is offering a limited menu for pickup or delivery. Our pick is the BBQ box, which includes their Piedmontese beef (and offers three different cuts: Fiorentina porterhouse, bone-on ribeye and bone-in striploin). Each box also comes with Buca’s ragù bianco, wild leek agliata, fermented chilli salt and salamoia herb salt. Follow <a href="http://buca.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Buca</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bucatoronto/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest hours, updates and offerings. </p> -
11 of 20
Lake Inez
<p> Asian street and comfort fare pair with Ontario craft beers for these limited weekly menus. A recent option included a drunken ode to Hawaii (commemorating the chef’s would-be trip). The option is also available in a vegetarian iteration. Each order comes with three courses, a bottle of natural wine — and it doesn’t stop there. Add to that a love letter, candle and a Lake Inez playlist you can play in the background. Bonus: Lake Inez is also working on an essential oil fragrance they will be sending home with each order for patrons to diffuse in their own homes. That’s definitely one way to make another night in an extraordinary one. Note: each week’s meal option becomes available Thursdays at noon, but act quickly as it’s hard to land a spot and waitlists are common. Follow <a href="https://lakeinezto.com/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Lake Inez</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lakeinez/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest hours, updates and offerings. For more inspiration, see <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/fun-with-food/photos/favourite-quarantine-food-trends/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">our fave food trends to come out of quarantine</a></p>. -
12 of 20
Madame Levante
<p>Madame Levante's summertime BBQ kits will come with a marinated protein (think: shawarma chicken skewers, kofta burgers and more), seasonal salad, dip (hummus, baba ganoush) and pita or buns. The kits can be preordered and picked up on the weekend from Madame Levant. Additionally, the resto is posting recipes to all summer items as a way to invite others to be a part of Madame Levante’s culinary traditions. Follow <a href="http://www.madamelevant.com/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Madame Levante</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/madamelevant/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest hours, updates and offerings. </p> -
13 of 20
Randy’s Patties
<p>If you’ve grown up with this staple, you know where the best <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/sweet-potato-okra-and-cashew-jamaican-patty/12991/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">patties</a> in the city are. Randy’s Patties on Eglinton West, is chief among them. You can buy the patties baked or frozen, for your own easy preparation at home. Don’t let the name fool you though, as Randy’s is also known for their oxtail and curry goat dinners-to-go too. Follow <a href="https://www.facebook.com/randystakeout/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Randy’s Patties</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/randyspatties/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest hours, updates and offerings. -
14 of 20
Eastside Social
<p>Located in Leslieville, Eastside Social is serving up their traditional coastal fare in dinner kits or takeaway menu options. Think: grilled octo kit, poke bowls, mussel kit or a classic Halifax <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/photos/canadian-foods-you-havent-tried/#!donair-halifax" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">donair</a>. You can also try their cocktail kits or pickled offerings. Follow <a href="https://www.eastsidesocial.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Eastside Social</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/eastside_social/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest hours, updates and offerings. </p> -
15 of 20
Pizzeria Libretto
<p> Libretto offers food options for every diet, so whether you're <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/gluten-free-dessert-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">gluten-free</a>, <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/dairy-free-breakfast-ideas/#!whole30-bacon-egg-cups" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">dairy-free</a> or <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/vegan-bbq-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">vegan</a>, you'll be happy. Options range from frozen Neapolitan pizzas to family feast kits, that include their NY-style cheese pizza, arugula salad and tiramisu, although we are partial to their ready-to-eat funghi pizza, featuring cremini mushrooms, gorgonzola cream, garlic, thyme, rosemary, fior di latte and pecorino. Follow <a href="https://www.pizzerialibretto.com/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Pizzeria Libretto</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pizzalibretto/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest hours, updates and offerings. </p> -
16 of 20
The Real Jerk Toronto
<p>While pinpointing the best jerk in the city is a hotly-debated topic, The Real Jerk Toronto is chief among them. If you’re craving a taste of authentic Jamaican cuisine, order the flavour-packed jerk cornish hen with mac & cheese (and the traditional rice and peas) or look out for their Friday specials (their stew fish with snapper is currently in rotation). Follow <a href="https://www.therealjerk.com/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Real Jerk</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/realjerktoronto/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest hours, updates and offerings. -
17 of 20
Paris Paris
<p> If you’re looking to enjoy that special bottle, this is your spot. Paris Paris is a wine bar first, but that’s not to take anything away from their tasty menu offerings, which equally rise to the occasion. Meal and wine shop orders are available for pickup at their Dundas Street West location. Their recent “I Get Lonesome by Myself Dinner for 2” included a whole smokey chicken, cheesy grits, buttermilk biscuits, stewed beans, banana cream pie and of course, a selection of wine. Follow <a href="https://www.parisparis.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Paris Paris</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/parisparisbar/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest hours, updates and offerings. If you find yourself with leftover wine, try one of these <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/15-delicious-ways-to-use-leftover-wine/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">delicious ways to use it</a></p>. -
18 of 20
The Good Son
<p> This family-style restaurant is doing pickup and delivery at their two Toronto locations. And if you’re looking to make it a family affair, they’ve introduced favourite family value dishes, in addition to such summer staples as their cook-at-home burger kit. Looking to kick off the weekend? Try their Moscow mule cocktail kit (copper mugs included). Follow <a href="http://thegoodsontoronto.com/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">The Good Son</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thegoodson_to/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest hours, updates and offerings. </p> -
19 of 20
Oyster Boy
<p>Toronto’s Queen West seafood staple is offering a new summer menu you can take home (or have delivered). Craving oysters you can <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/seafood/blog/how-to-shuck-an-oyster-like-a-pro/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">shuck yourself</a>, grilled octopus or lobster mac, as well as select brews and wine? Need an oyster shucking kit? They have that too. Follow <a href="http://www.oysterboy.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Oyster Boy</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/oysterboytoronto/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest hours, updates and offerings.</p> -
20 of 20
Good Cheese
<p>If you prefer to keep date night simple, Good Cheese has your wine and cheese options covered. The full-service cheese shop and wine bar features a curated selection of artisan cheese from around the world. “Cheese Night-In” offers a great tasting kit with charcuterie or <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/high-protein-vegetarian-meals/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">vegetarian</a> options — and features a soft cheese, hard cheese, crackers, jam and pickles. Add a fresh loaf or tasty brew, too. Follow <a href="https://shop.goodcheese.ca/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Good Cheese</a> on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/goodcheeseto/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for their latest hours, updates and offerings. </p>