Toronto Caribbean restaurants make for some of the best date night spots in the entire city. From fruity cocktails to spicy dishes, who wouldn't fall in love while filling their bellies with the cuisine of the islands?

Whether you're looking for elevated dining at trendy spots or tried-and-true casual joints where you can let your hair down, Toronto's Caribbean restaurants have you covered.

Here are some Caribbean restaurants in Toronto for your next date night.

Conejo Negro

You'll find an artful fusion of Caribbean, Creole and Latin American cuisines at this College St. restaurant that was an instant hit from the moment it opened. You and your date can sip from an extensive cocktail menu before diving into menu favourites like Collards and Hocks, fried okra and fried chicken.

Miss Likklemore's

Upscale Caribbean cuisine, from juicy jerk chicken to supple braised oxtail, meets stylish, sultry interiors at this King West gem. There are plenty of shareable dishes, tasty appetizers and exotic cocktails that are perfect for splitting between you and your boo.

SugarKane

This Cajun and Caribbean restaurant on Danforth is the perfect spot for a casual rendezvous with your beloved. Menu staples like salt fish cakes, blackened salmon and creole jambalaya, paired with interior walls plastered with vintage photos and magazine spreads will give you a healthy dose of island vibes without ever leaving the city.

Chubby's Jamaican Kitchen

Toronto Caribbean restaurants don't get much more quintessential than this Michelin-approved King West gem that's a favourite among more than a few celebs. Island-chic interiors pair beautifully with their menu, replete with Jamaican staples, from oxtail to curry goat — but the woodfired jerk chicken is a can't-miss.

The vibe inside of Chubby's Jamaican is almost as good as the food is. Photo by Jesse Milns.

Rhum Corner

This intimate Dundas West spot has been around for more than a decade, and it's not hard to see why. Pairing the relaxed vibe of a Caribbean dive bar with a small-but-mighty menu of downright droolworthy bites, don't be surprised if it becomes your go-to date spot.