Restaurant Review: Vittorio's Ristorante

1973/ 1975 Yonge St. 416.482.7441

What a brilliant move for Chico when he enlarged this very popular small restaurant on Yonge St. I always loved the Italian flare of the small restaurant. I worried and questioned the addition... Chico obviously knows what he is doing. The new adjacent side room is always filled. In fact I have come to prefer this new room because the tables are more spaced and it is less noisy. You always have the feeling that you are in a small Italian town. I love it. I was just there for Mother’s Day and was thrilled to go back once again to this favorite place. Once a year the ‘four ladies’ go out for dinner. We always look forward to our conversation and insist on the best food. We were not disappointed. As always Chico greets you at the door. Does he ever get tired of kissing all the ladies? I hope not.
The wonderful bread arrives almost before you do. The high quality olive oil in the beautiful carafes is a positive forecast for the rest of the evening. The regular menu offers tantalizing authentic Italian food. Every day the server presents a blackboard to each table with the daily listings. Andre explained each item is explained patiently. Bea ordered the soup of the day. Red Pepper and Red Onion Soup was entirely enjoyed. Annette chose the Salad of the Day. The greens were fresh and the ingredients were infused with light vinaigrette. Sybil and I shared one of the daily special appetizers. Baked Aspergi was perfectly cooked and garnished with cheese shavings of parmagiano reggiano. It was absolutely fantastic and not so filling that we couldn’t enjoy our main course. Antipasti varies from $9.00 - $13.95. Insalates are $7.00 - $16.95. Bea ordered a Mushroom Risotto. Perfect! Annette chose another appetizer special. The Scallops and Shrimp were sautéed in white wine. It was also an ample portion. I told Sybil that my favorite dish is the Tagliatelle With Shrimp. The shrimp are firm, solid and delicious. The pasta is al dente. I opted for one of the pasta specials. Rigatoni was served in a tomato Rose Sauce. Smoked salmon and aspergi was part of this divine dish. Pasta dishes are $11.95- $15.95.
We always have a good time when we get together. This was wonderful. The food was absolutely wonderful. It was the next best thing to being in Italy. Chico, you never fail. You are a master restaurateur. I will be back.