Richmond Station

Went to Richmond Station to celebrate a friend’s birthday. The location of the restaurant is very central and the overall ambiance is pleasant. They have a daily menu of entree, cocktail and wine. At 7:30pm they were out of the entree. They had a large wine selection. The food menu had enough options and dishes looked great. We started with the charcuterie board and it was decent. They also bring sourdough to your table to start along with a light hummus. The bread was ok but not impressive, maybe because I prefer a harder crust. Certainly didn’t taste stale but not as fresh as I’d hoped. For main I had the arctic char. The fish is cooked medium and tasted fresh and good but I need to give a special recognition to the cauliflower & rice? bed the fish was sitting on because that was delicious. Friends had the steak tartare, risotto, beet salad, soup and they all looked and tasted good. The dessert selection is nothing to write home about but I’m increasingly certain that this is the case in pretty much any restaurant in Toronto. We had the hazelnut chocolate pie. It was a big portion, a bit too sweet and heavy for my taste but if you have a sweet tooth and a penchant for chocolate, you might like it more than I did. The service was very good through and through. Tips are included in the price regardless of party size. Prices are high. Price/performance could be better. Good to try once. Not certain I’ll go back but happy I have tried Richmond station.

Service - Absolutely amazing service from start to finish. Server paid attention to the guests and provided immaculate service. Restaurant - Great location and great vibes. It’s a high end restaurant and the ambiance is apt. Food - They are known for their St. burger which is what my friend tried and said it was pretty good. I had the chicken and it was good too. Something on the plate was a bit salty but overall it was a unique take on a chicken dish and tasted good. Price - it’s a pricey restaurant but I did not find the food to be worth the price. I paid for an iced tea and the chicken, and my bill was $57. However, the great thing about the restaurant is that you don’t have to tip on top of your total bill. Tip is already included in the meal price so in that sense, I guess it’s a good thing.

I recently had the pleasure of celebrating our 10-year anniversary at Richmond Station, and it was an experience we'll never forget! From the moment we walked in, the service was impeccable — warm, welcoming, and attentive without being overbearing. We opted for the Chef's Table experience, and it was absolutely incredible. The food was nothing short of superb; each course was thoughtfully prepared and bursting with flavour. The attention to detail in both the presentation and taste was outstanding. We couldn't have asked for a more memorable night to celebrate this special milestone.