Bar Isabel

"This rustic, tavernlike eatery in Little Italy boasts a floor of mismatched tiles and dim lighting that evokes old-world Europe, while the creative menu draws on Spanish cuisine." Full review

"What does being recognized as Canada's Best New Restaurant look like? If you're Bar Isabel, it's killer cocktails, Spanish-Canadiana fusion dishes, and a full-service late night menu." Full review

"After charcuterie master Grant van Gameren moved on from popular eatery the Black Hoof, he skipped around town doing various gigs before opening up his own ode to Barcelonan tapas bars." Full review

"Bar Isabel has got the laid back, weather-worn feel of a Northern Spanish eatery where good food, drink, and service is an everyday occurrence." Full review

"Vibrant Spanish room, famous about town for its whole grilled octopus...some of the tapas here is by-the-book Barcelona (jamón croquetas, patatas bravas); other plates are pure van Gameren" Full review

"Chef Grant van Gameren's cooking is heartfelt and there is never anything frilly or overwrought on his Spanish tapas menu. Dishes are rustic and straightforward and there is a clear focus on quality" Full review