Seasonal Menu in Toronto
Spanish and French inspired dining with natural wines, seasonal vegetables, cocktails, and chef-led tasting menus near Rosedale and Yorkville.
Menu philosophy
Thoughtful Ingredients. Seasonal Cooking.
Our approach to food is rooted in flavour, seasonality, and balance.
Rather than focusing on restriction, we focus on ingredients that feel vibrant, nourishing, and deeply satisfying. Many dishes incorporate alternative flours, natural sweeteners, fermented elements, fresh herbs, and seasonal vegetables chosen at their peak.
Because we cook almost entirely from scratch and prepare dishes in small quantities, menu items may evolve regularly based on seasonal availability and inspiration from the kitchen.
Seasonal, Flavour-Driven Dishes
We offer a vegetable-forward menu in Toronto that includes a selection of meat and fish dishes, all prepared with the same level of care and intention.
Dinner Menu
Bites
Artichoke spoons – 12
Artichokes, orange, truffle-honey, labneh
Shrimp and artichoke spoon – 19
Smoked carrots hummus – 14
Served olive-pistachio tapenade.
Starters
Beet, watermelon, cassava salad – 27
Beets and avocado tartare, fresh watermelon, and strained yogurt cheese. Finished with herbs. Served with cassava cracker.
Escalivada (a kind of Spaniard Ratatouille) – 28
Roasted peppers, eggplant, zucchini and Manchego cheese.
Seasonal vegetables crudo – 27
Bed of kale-arugula pistachio pesto, shaved seasonal vegetables, lemon-honey vinaigrette.
Mains
Roasted Cauliflower – 30
Roasted vegetables with slow-cooked lentils, Mediterranean olive salsa, sesame paste, lemon confit, and herbs.
Pacific Coho Salmon & kale – 36
Oven-roasted salmon, house aioli, and honey-ginger sauce served with our spring kale salad (kale, fermented plum, seasoned almonds, Dijon vinaigrette, olives, fresh herbs).
Seafood Cremoso – 38
Our lighter version of paella. Farro, cauliflower, pumpkin seeds, and almonds cooked in fish broth, wine, and sofrito, together with shrimp and scallops..
Summer Squash Beef Lasagna – 35
Layers of sliced squash with slow-braised beef cheeks baked until rich and tender.
Garden Veggie Burger – 30
House-made lentil, cauliflower, broccoli, mushroom, and chickpea patty served with potato waffles and coleslaw.
Desserts
Cottage Cheese Cheesecake – 17
A light cottage cheese cheesecake with seasonal berries, candied orange and hibiscus.
Chickpea Chocolate Brownie – 17
Dark chocolate and chickpea brownie served with house-made berry jam, hazelnut and pistachio.
Drinks Menu
Non-Alcoholics
Pineapple Cinnamon Tepache – 15
Spicy Strawberry Hibiscus – 16
Ginger Lemon – 14
Cucumber Mint – 16
Kombucha Sangria – 16
Mocktails
Cucumber Martini – 18
Paloma Zero – 16
Gin & Tonic – 16
Virgin Margaritas – 14
Virgin Mojito – 14
Cocktails
Paloma – 16
Tequila reposado, grapefruit tonic, rosemary
Vermouth Spritz – 19
Sweet Vermouth, Cava, lemon Juice
Watermelon Martini – 17
Watermelon Vodka, strawberry, hibiscus
Cucumber Martini – 19
Gin, cucumber juice, dry Vermouth
Margarita – 17
Tequila reposado, lime, orange liqueur
Chico Caliente – 16
Rum, Ginger Beer, Coffee liqueur
Mojito – 16
Rum, mint, lime, soda
Espresso Martini Decaf – 18
Vodka, decaf espresso, coffee liqueur
White Wines
5 oz | 8 oz | Bottle
Skin Fermented: Marmalade Pie, Traynor, Niagara
15 | 20 | 60
Sauvignon Blanc 2023, Traynor, Niagara
16 | 21 | 60
Albariño , Marieta, Spain
16 | 21 | 60
Chablis, J Moreau & Fils, 2024 Gloire de Chablis. France
— | — | 85
Chardonnay, Hidden Bench – Niagara
15 | 20 | 61
Torrontés – Susana Balbo – Argentina
— | — | 60
Red Wines
5 oz | 8 oz | Bottle
Tempranillo blend, Lopez de Heredia Vina Tondonia Reserva Tinto 2013 – Spain
— | — | 180
Barolo, Fontanafredda 2021 – Italy
— | — | 98
Priorat, Secrets del Priorat, 2022 – Spain
— | — | 70
Merlot, Traynor 2021, Niagara
— | — | 61
Gamay Noir, Traynor, 2021 – Niagara
14 | 18 | 58
Garnacha, Tres picos 2022 – Spain
15 | 20 | 61
Visit El Tenedor Restaurant Bar
Location: 909 Yonge Street, Units 29-30, Toronto, Ontario M4W 2H2
Nearby: Rosedale, Yorkville, Summerhill
Phone: +1-437-499-0975
Dining style: Intimate, chef-led, seasonal, vegetable-forward
Hours:
- Tuesday – Friday 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm (Last call 7:30 pm)
- Saturday 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm (Last call 7:30 pm)
- Sunday, Monday Closed
Why Guests Visit El Tenedor
- Seasonal vegetable-forward menu
- Natural wine and low-intervention wine selection
- Chef-led dining experience
- Steps from Rosedale subway
- Close to Yorkville and Summerhill
- Gluten-free options available
- Rated 4.8/5 by guests
- Comfortable for date nights and small gatherings
Frequently Asked Questions
No. El Tenedor is a vegetable-forward restaurant. Nearly 70% of the menu is vegetable-centered, while select meat and seafood dishes are included to create a balanced seasonal menu.
Yes. Several dishes are naturally gluten-free or can be adapted depending on availability.
We build our menu around seasonal vegetables, thoughtful ingredients, and balanced cooking inspired by Spanish and French traditions.
No, We focus on low-intervention wines, including selections with minimal or no added sulphites and no added sugar However, we also offer traditional wines.
Reservations are strongly encouraged due to our intimate dining room and limited daily preparation.
Yes. El Tenedor serves house-made drinks, mocktails and cocktails.
We are located on Yonge Street near Rosedale subway station, within walking distance of Yorkville and Summerhill.
Key Takeaways
- El Tenedor is a vegetable-forward restaurant in Toronto, emphasizing seasonality and flavour.
- The menu features vibrant dishes made with alternative flours and fresh herbs, evolving with seasonal availability.
- Guests appreciate the natural and low-intervention wine selection, plus gluten-free options.
- The restaurant is convenient, located near the Rosedale subway and close to Yorkville and Summerhill.
- El Tenedor provides a chef-led dining experience, rated highly by guests for its comfort and ambiance.