This is where the celebs come to dine in Toronto. When TIFF is on, expect to see tons of big names going to Bistro 990 to chow down, while you stand outside snapping pictures and then leave after security politely ask you move away from the stars.
And I can see why they go here. The food is absolutely to die for. This French bistro does a great service to its countrymen by serving absolutely mouth watering dishes. I went with my boyfriend and we split the pork and apricot pate with grainy mustard which was so yummy I'm drooling just thinking about it. We also shared a delicious bottle of dry white wine from France which was recommend by our waitress and was absolutely splendid.
For my main course I had the lamb sirloin with a hunter's sauce and it was melt in your mouth perfection. My boyfriend had the beef tenderloin which was also very tasty.
And if that wasn't decadent enough, for dessert we savoured a delicious trio of chocolate confections that were so rich and filling and left me comatose I almost couldn't make it home because I was so stuffed.
I think what I liked best about the restaurant was how dark and romantic the ambiance was. The restaurant has stone walls and intimate lighting and was a great place for a date. However, you'll be paying for all the mood-setting! Dinner wasn't cheap but it was definitely delicious and worth every penny.
If you're looking for a great place to celebrate a birthday or an anniversary, this is the place to do it!