Frankie Tomatto has been a stalwart in Markham for many years. I remember eating there 15 years ago as a young boy and being absolutely amazed at the selection and decor. I thought to myself: "This place is like East Side Marios on steroids".
Sadly, Frankie Tomatto no longer invokes those fond memories. Just disappointment.
I'm always a little skeptical of establishments--Italian ones--that do not in fact have Italian people in the kitchen. Even the "executive chef" here is not Italian. Frankie Tomatto does not do anything to alleviate these stereotypes.
Further, it was particularly busy on my visit so I parked around back. I always make it a point to observe the receiving area of restaurants because they usually are a true tell when it comes how cleanly the place is.
Let me spare you the gory details: the back of this place is disgusting.
Cya Frankie, it was nice knowing you.