The most exciting new restaurant openings in Toronto are undeniably varied, ranging from ornate Italian spots to slice shops and everything in between. Whether you crave omakase sushi, coastal Mediterranean fare, or Thai food cooked by a former Iron Chef, there's a restaurant to satisfy.

Here are the most exciting new restaurant openings in Toronto.

Bar Prima

The team from La Palma brings high-end Italian to West Queen West with this gilded gem. A place that combines quiet luxury with nostalgic dishes (Tournedos Rossini, anyone?) is sure to score high marks with diners seeking comfort with a side of polished sophistication.

Prince Street Pizza Toronto

Grab the quintessential New York slice at this King West counter spot, where thick Sicilian-style squares are also on offer. Opt for the signature Spicy Spring if you welcome a little heat, or the Original Prince if you prefer a tamer meal.

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Grandpa Thai

Thai cuisine meets Hong Kong-style café dishes at this North York fusion spot. From Deep Fried Tofu and classic Pad Thai, to Ovaltine Condensed Milk French Toast and Mango Sticky Rice, the ample menu satisfies from starters to desserts.

Contrada

Local, seasonal ingredients go into every dish — from Sweetbreads with wild mushrooms to Chicken Liver Agnolotti — at this new Little Italy locale, where you can enjoy the classic dishes (and wines!) of Italy in the heart of the city.

Porzia's

There's more to this Oakwood Village spot than its commanding Lasagna Bolognese (which you'll likely spy on every table).

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Order it along with plump Calamari Fritti, tender Ricotta Agnolotti, and Barese Sausage crowned with peperonata to understand the breadth of this kitchen's talent.

Abrielle

Easy, breezy, and touting a diet of fresh, coastal Mediterranean fare, this Entertainment District restaurant appeals no matter the day or the hour. Inviting and warm with style to spare, this spot has a menu of sharing plates best enjoyed with one of the bar team's signature sippers.

Sadelle's Toronto

Shop at Kith before dropping into its in-house restaurant, where New York-style diner food is presented by a brigade of primly-uniformed servers. New to Yorkville, this import is known for its Salmon Towers, Tuna Melts, and bagels.

Savor Thai

With an Iron Chef in the kitchen, there's no shortage of surprising, full-flavoured dishes at this chic restaurant in Corso Italia.

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Thai food unlike any you've had before, you'll want savour several courses by splurging on the chef's innovative tasting menu.

MSSM Yorkville

Sporting a chic urban look, this Yorkville restaurant makes sushi master Masaki Saito's traditional edomae-style omakase accessible to the masses. For a very appealing $98, sup on a parade of seasonal small plates created by the 2-Michelin-starred chef.

Paros Yorkville

Yorkville's newest spot to see and be seen, this restaurant serves up traditional Greek fare in ultra-chic surroundings. Order an abundance of fresh small plates, sip on an ouzo-laced cocktail, and watch the drama of the dining room unfold.