TORONTO — The team behind Toronto’s Enoteca Sociale, a Michelin Bib Gourmand award recipient, has launched its latest dining venture, Ristorante Sociale.
Located in the city’s King West neighbourhood, the restaurant offers an upscale dinner service that transitions into a sophisticated celebration with live entertainment, including dining-room dancers and a nightly DJ.
The 3,700-sq.-ft. space can seat up to 110 guests and is inspired by 1970s Italian steakhouses, featuring deep, earthy hues paired with gold accents and chic walnut for an air of antique luxury. Designed by Westgrove Design Ltd., the restaurant also features millwork by J.C Millwork & Cabinetry and furniture by Studio 22.
Ristorante Sociale was conceptualized by partners Deni Di Tullio, chef Kyle Rindinella, chef Rocco Agostino and restaurateur Max Rimaldi of Michelin-awarded Enoteca Sociale. In addition to Rindinella’s extensive culinary knowledge, Di Tullio’s 30 years of entrepreneurial and management expertise are a driving force behind this new venture and the continuing growth of Sociale Group.
Rindinella has curated a sophisticated menu of Roman flavours with Tuscan influence, including fresh pasta, seafood and steaks, as well as classic Roman wines and signature cocktails that capture the essence of Italian gastronomy.
“When creating the menu at Ristorante Sociale, the intention was to have it be a companion to Enoteca Sociale, building on the quality and approach that guests have come to expect from us over the last 10 years,” says Rindinella. “We’ve developed an array of new dishes as well as twists on Enoteca Sociale staples like our Beef Crudo and will also be offering a couple of beloved signature items across both restaurants, such as our Cacio e Pepe and Branzino.”
“Ristorante Sociale is a restaurant concept that’s been years in the making. The culinary experience has been carefully refined by executive chef and partner Kyle Rindinella, and the approach to an elevated party atmosphere is unlike anything else in the city,” says Di Tullio. “Our goal was to create an all-night affair where guests can come for exceptional food and drink and stick around for an exciting party reflective of the celebratory approach and traditions in Italy.”
