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Toronto - Quetzal restaurant
6.1

Quetzal

  • Toronto
  • $$$$
  • Upscale
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Creative dishes lack zing

Quetzal's food swings from impressive to indifferent. The Hokkaido Scallop Ceviche and Bone Marrow stand out with innovative touches, but the taste often misses the mark for a Michelin expectation. While the menu offers variety, freshness fluctuates, leaving some dishes less memorable than expected.

  • Very Creative

    Creative dishes impress with unique recipes and unconventional combinations loved by customers.

  • Okay Taste

    Food is good, but falls short of Michelin-star standards and expectations.

  • Low Quality

    Ceviche and tostadas sometimes lacked freshness and expected quality standards.

Top 3 dishes at Quetzal

  1. 1

    Hokkaido Scallop Ceviche 🏆

    Perfect combination of flavors including avocado and crispy leeks; consistently delightful.

    Hokkaido Scallop Ceviche dish
  2. 2

    Bone Marrow and Wild Argentinian Shrimp

    Melt-in-your-mouth feel and complemented the shrimp very well; incredibly delicious.

    Bone Marrow and Wild Argentinian Shrimp dish
  3. 3

    Pork Secreto Al Pastor

    The pork was juicy, flavorful, and a wow factor dish.

    Pork Secreto Al Pastor dish

Vibe: Buzzing yet intimate venue

Quetzal's ambiance sets a cozy tone with its warm lighting, though it's slightly at odds with the clamorous noise levels, which can hinder intimate conversations. Although marketed for date nights, the packed seating arrangement and lively atmosphere might distract from personal tête-à-têtes.

  • Great Ambiance

    Ambiance is cozy and inviting with warm lighting, enhancing dining experience beautifully.

  • Okay Drinks

    Drinks selection is nice but the wine list could be improved.

  • Bad For Dates

    Overly loud atmosphere detracts from intimate dining experience; tables too close together.

Perks: Remarkably attentive service

Quetzal excels with its attentive and friendly staff, who add significantly to the dining experience. The restaurant's ability to manage dietary needs with ease is a significant perk. Unfortunately, the noise detracts, making conversations a strain, even with such supportive service.

  • Great Service

    Staff consistently attentive, friendly, accommodating, and added to a memorable dining experience.

  • Okay To Reserve

    Booking early recommended; sometimes reservations go fast and aren't easily available.

  • Bad For Groups

    Seating area becomes overly loud, compromising an intimate group dining experience.