These seven top modern restaurants—each one unique in its own way—will help you select the best backdrop for the downtown wedding of your dreams!
Toronto is a city with a spectacular selection of marriage venues! For those who are soon to be wed, there are so many locations to choose from.
Learn a bit about each eatery by reviewing our list. The perfect place for your wedding is waiting to be discovered. So let’s take a look …
Ricarda’s
If you’re seeking a location that’s all about sophistication, Ricarda’s is in a class by itself. Imagine your marriage ceremony taking place in front of a spectacular all-glass window wall beneath 70-foot delta frames in a spot that’s spacious enough to fit 120 of your closest friends and family! The mouth-watering menu is always updated to stay on top of the latest trends and create the most compelling shots! This extra feature will add even more meaningful memories to your wedding album.
Cluny Bistro
In the heart of the Distillery District, Cluny Bistro will propel you and your guests to a previous time of Victorian charm. This timeless space provides an intimate approach to weddings that you’re sure to appreciate for its warm sentiment and quirky sensibility. The restaurant’s French-style decor and full-service staff means you don’t have to lift a finger—just enjoy the luxury!
From a photography standpoint, the venue offers a variety of attractive photo spots for memorable indoor shots. Then step outside, and you’re on a versatile block in the Distillery District for an outstanding outdoor session! Cluny Bistro is one of my top Toronto Restaurants for the downtown wedding!
Marked
To add some unexpected spark to the ceremony, Marked is a location loaded with character that’s notable for its impressive menu selection. Catering to 150 uptown attendees, the ambience and overall vibe will make an unforgettable impression on your guests and your photographs! If you are getting married downtown, you need to have a city session. Marked is ideally situated for some improvisational street photoshoots!
Oretta
For a wedding with style to spare, Oretta is a place like no other. Located in the Fashion District, this fresh and vibrant venue will have your guests feeling like they’ve travelled overseas for a private tasting tour of Italy. With a chef’s live cooking show and a range of different spaces outfitted to complement your ceremony’s particular mood, you’ll feel like your nuptials are taking place back in your beloved Nonna’s kitchen.
You can see more images from Oretta here: Downtown Wedding Toronto – Maggie & Michael
Boehmer
No one would argue that food and alcohol are absolute must-haves for any happy wedding. Sure, you need the dress and mustn’t forget the flowers—but your guests gotta eat! Boehmer Restaurant is an excellent choice when it comes to first-rate culinary fashion. With Iron Chef Paul Boehmer on the roster and a relaxed, urban-rustic room flooded with natural light, your guests will be more than pleased, and your pictures will be beyond perfect.
Archoe
Rusticity right here in the city—who knew? Archeo is a striking setting in the photo-friendly Distillery District. Highlighting a sense of history, the brick and refurbished wood stylings are beautiful to behold. The outdoor ceremony options add to the versatility of this legendary location. It’s also the perfect site for an all-in-one photo session. I’ve photographed many weddings at Archeo, but I never get bored of this venue. Archeo is definitely one of my top Toronto Restaurants for the downtown wedding!
Canoe
Communicating a whole new meaning to the phrase on cloud nine, Canoe delivers a free-floating, high-flying feel that turns every wedding into a first class affair. The one-of-a-kind city views provided by the spot’s wraparound windows will take your breath away—and create wedding photos that you can caption with Cloud nine is all mine!
From ceremonies with a skyline view to nuptials in a cozy nook. These restaurants offer fabulous food, stunning private event spaces, expert in-house coordinators. They’re just steps away from an assortment of superb photo spots to fill your wedding day album.
Which one would you choose?
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