Winterlicious 2026

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Winterlicious is back from January 30 to February 12 in Toronto at ēst Restaurant in Riverside, with an elevated prix fixe experience that highlights seasonal ingredients and our modern French style. Expect thoughtfully paced courses, warm hospitality, and a dining room that feels special without being formal. Enjoy Winterlicious like no other in the heart of Riverside, Toronto.

Winterlicious 2026 reservations are filling up quickly, so we recommend booking early for your preferred seating.

Reserve for lunch and dinner.

Winterlicious Reservations

What to Expect

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  • Enjoy a curated multi-course prix fixe menu offered for a limited time during Winterlicious, seasonal dishes, refined technique, and a complete dining experience from first course to dessert.

  • Our kitchen is grounded in seasonality and precision—expect thoughtful plates that feel elevated but approachable, built around what’s best right now.

  • Start with a signature cocktail, then explore bottles or pairing guidance to match your courses—ideal for turning Winterlicious into a real occasion

  • ēst is a contemporary French restaurant on Queen Street East in Toronto’s Riverside neighbourhood—intimate, elegant, and perfect for winterlicious dining.

  • Reservations are open for seatings during the Winterlicious festival window (Jan 30–Feb 12). Popular times fill quickly, reserve early to lock in your preferred seating.

Winterlicious Menu
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Winterlicious Reservations & Schedule

  • Winterlicious runs January 30 to February 12. Reservations are accepted for seatings during these dates.

  • Reserve online to secure your table on the City of Toronto Winterlicious portal or directly through our Winterlicious openTable reservations link. If you have a special request, reach out directly, and our team will do our best to help.

  • Please include allergy/dietary notes when booking. Advance notice helps us accommodate smoothly.

  • Find us on Queen Street East in Riverside. Arrive a few minutes early so your experience starts relaxed, not rushed.

Winterlicious Reservations
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Your Winterlicious Toronto Questions, Answered

Have questions about Winterlicious 2026 Toronto at ēst? Here are quick answers on reservations, lunch vs. dinner, dietary needs, and timing. Ready to book? Winterlicious seatings are limited; reserve early.

  • Reserve online to secure your preferred time. Winterlicious reservations are open for seatings Jan 30–Feb 12.

  • Yes. We’re offering dinner 6 days a week, plus lunch on Saturdays & Sundays during Winterlicious.

  • Winterlicious is the City of Toronto’s prix fixe dining event running Jan 30–Feb 12, featuring set menus at participating restaurants.

  • Winterlicious menus follow the event’s prix fixe price points (varies by restaurant and menu). Contact us or check your reservation/menu details for the most accurate pricing for ēst.

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