We had a wonderful experience at this hidden Toronto gem and highly recommend it.
We were greeted by the cheerful Chef Marino. He happily engages customers in conversation and you will come to know he is a delightful soul with talent to backup his culinary education. In a lovely European fashion, we ordered in succession with ample time to savour and enjoy both food and conversation.
The food was fresh and divine - and that perfectly so is all - why spoil such with redundant words? We had the bruschetta, I the butternut squash agnolotti, and he the seafood pasta (he is a well-traveled foodie and commented it was one of the better meals of his life). To conclude we shared a tiramisu (heads up - it's heavy on the mascarpone if you prefer a cakey tiramisu).
The restaurant is (principally) adorned by the art of Clara (Marino's wife and partner in crime). While in totality the collection is a little overwhelming for the small space, it reinforces Agio is a labour of Marino and Clara's love.
The cliental at Agio were friendly and conversations are held restaurant wide.
Overall a wonderful evening marked by great company, food, and laughter.