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Gusto 101
Authentic Italian cuisine in a rustic-industrial setting, perfect for sharing and savoring.
4.6
Italian
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Authentic Italian cuisine in a rustic-industrial setting, perfect for sharing and savoring.
Gusto 101 is a popular Italian restaurant located in downtown Toronto's Entertainment District, known for its lively atmosphere and homemade dishes. The restaurant offers a menu featuring handmade pasta, wood-fired pizzas, and classic Italian mains like veal Parmesan and meatballs, all crafted with fresh ingredients. With a stylish rustic-industrial decor and attentive service, it provides an ideal spot for casual dinners, group gatherings, and happy hour. Highly rated by patrons for its flavorful food and welcoming vibe, Gusto 101 delivers an authentic dining experience in the heart of the city.
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Fresh, house-made pasta including truffle pasta and lasagna, cooked to perfection with authentic Italian recipes.
Artisanal pizzas like the signature mushroom pizza, baked in a wood-fired oven for rich, crispy flavors.
Shareable starters such as calamari, arancini, focaccia, and meatballs, ideal for group dining.
Discounted drinks and select menu items during happy hour, offering great value in a stylish setting.
Accommodations for group reservations and special events in our rustic-industrial space, perfect for celebrations.
Curated selection of wines, cocktails, and house wines by the ounce, complemented by friendly bartenders.
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Overall rating
Paul Beltran
Gusto 101 absolutely lived up to the hype. We ordered the mushroom pizza that everyone raves about, and it did not disappoint—rich, creamy, and packed with incredible flavour. The handmade pasta was cooked to perfection, clearly fresh and done right. We also had bread and additional pizza for the table, both of which were fantastic and perfect for sharing. The calamari was delicious—light, well-seasoned, and not greasy at all. For mains, we ordered the veal Parmesan, and it was massive—in the best way. Flattened exactly the way it should be, perfectly cooked, and so good I ate it right down to the bone and finished the entire plate. The atmosphere was lively and welcoming, and our server was attentive and friendly, which made the experience even better. Overall, an outstanding meal from start to finish. Highly recommend and will definitely be back.
Sari Onishi
Gusto 101 has a super stylish interior and a fantastic happy hour deal. The food, especially the delicious beef carpaccio, superb truffle pasta, and the best focaccia I've ever had, was outstanding. The only minor flaw was that service felt slow despite the large number of available staff on a quiet weekday evening.
Zeta
Gusto 101 is a nice spot for dinner with a cool interior, the decor has a rustic, industrial feel, almost like a converted car garage, which I really liked. The focaccia and arancini were tasty, although it would’ve been even better if the focaccia came with a dip. The pasta was a bit undercooked for my taste, but the drinks were good and well made. Tiramisu was amazing! Overall, a nice experience and a solid place to check out 😊
Tee Kar
Came here late at night after the Raptors game, just before closing, and the staff were kind enough to accommodate us. Service was okay, they got everything done, but it didn’t feel particularly attentive. The food, however, was great. The meatballs were honestly some of the best I’ve had, and the lasagna was really solid as well. I tried the mushroom pasta since the staff mentioned it was one of their best dishes, but it didn’t quite hit the mark for me. The location is super convenient, right in a busy spot in downtown Toronto near the Entertainment District. Overall, good experience and I’ll definitely be back for those meatballs.
Melissa Dookhan
The food here is amazing!! Everything I had just kept getting better and better as they came out. The homemade focaccia was perfect, the calamari was probably the best I've had in a while, the sweet potatoes were a dream and with that brown butter (yum!), the octopus was my absolute favorite!!! If you like a little spice, don't miss out on this. And the pasta was superb 👌🏽 I loved that lots of items were homemade. The house wine was very good and a dollar an oz made it even better lol I will be back to try more off that menu! If you're looking for a small cozy setting, this is it. Make a reservation because it gets pretty busy. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The bartenders kept us entertained with great conversations. Highly recommend Gusto 101!! I hear they are expanding too :)
