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
Tiny dishes with big personality created to pair with wine, cocktails and zero proof drinks. These bites are rich in flavor, light in size, and perfect for starting the evening.
Artichoke, yogurt cheese, candied orange – 12
Manchego cheese, avocado, tomato – 12
Garlic shrimps – 12
Smoked carrot hummus, olives tapenade – 14
Starters
Beet tartare, watermelon, cassava cracker – 27
Strained yogurt cheese, herbs and olives.
Roasted Vegetables Escalivada (a kind of Spaniard Ratatouille) – 28
Roasted peppers, eggplant, zucchini and Manchego cheese.
Seasonal vegetables crudo – 27
Seasonal vegetables with kale-arugula-pistachio pesto.
Mains
Roasted Cauliflower – 30
Eggplant, lentils, olive salsa, walnuts, berries 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 grain,shrimp, scallops, cauliflower, and pumpkin seeds.
Summer Squash Beef Lasagna – 35
Layers of sliced squash with slow-braised beef cheeks baked until rich and tender.
Garden Veggie Burger – 30
In the patty: cauliflower, broccoli, mushrooms, lentils, chickpea, brussel sprouts, bok choy. Served in Brioche and sided with house-made potato waffle.
Desserts
Basque Cottage Cheesecake – 17
Warm and creamy, finished with candied orange and hibiscus.
Chickpea Brownie – 17
House-made berry jam, hazelnut, and pistachio.
Onion Tart Tatin – 17
Served with cashew cream and a dash of Port.
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
Cucumber Martini – 18
Virgin Margaritas – 14
Virgin Mojito – 14
Cocktails
Vermouth Spritz – 19
Vermouth, Cava, lemon juice.
Cava Sangria – 19
Cava, Maraschino liqueur, pineapple, strawberry, mint, lemon juice.
Rum Mule – 17
Rum, ginger beer, lemon, jalapeno.
Paloma – 16
Reposado tequila, grapefruit tonic, rosemary.
Pineapple Margarita – 19
Reposado tequila, Tepache, jalapeno.
Watermelon Martini – 17
Watermelon vodka, strawberry, hibiscus.
Cucumber Martini – 19
Hendrick’s Gin, cucumber juice, Vermouth.
Mojito – 16
Rum, lemon, mint, soda.
White Wines
5 oz | 8 oz | Bottle
Chablis, J Moreau & Fils, 2024 Gloire de Chablis – France
Bottle – 85
Torrontés, Susana Balbo – Argentina
Bottle – 60
Piquette, Ofelia – Traynor, Niagara
Bottle – 50
Skin Fermented: Marmalade Pie – Traynor, Niagara
15 | 20 | 60
Sauvignon Blanc 2023 – Traynor, Niagara
15 | 20 | 60
Albariño , Marieta, Spain
16 | 21 | 60
Chardonnay, Hidden Bench – Niagara
15 | 20 | 61
Red Wines
5 oz | 8 oz | Bottle
Tempranillo blend, Lopez de Heredia Vina Tondonia Reserva Tinto 2013 – Spain
Bottle – 180
Barolo, Fontanafredda 2021 – Italy
Bottle – 98
Priorat, Secrets del Priorat, 2022 – Spain
Bottle – 70
Merlot, Traynor 2021 – Niagara
Bottle 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.