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RASA

Google (1469) 4.7
Tripadvisor (232) 4.6
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196 Robert St, Toronto, ON M5S 2K7
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About this place RASA

Located near the university area in Toronto, Rasa is an inclusive and welcoming restaurant offering a unique fusion dining experience. Visitors frequently praise the food quality, describing it as well above the average for the city, with standout dishes like ceviche and an ice cream sandwich. The service is consistently noted as friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive, contributing to a communicative and professional atmosphere. The menu changes often, with a "meant to be shared" philosophy that encourages a communal dining style. While the atmosphere inside can be lively and sometimes noisy, especially at the bar, many find sitting on the patio a more relaxed option. The restaurant holds a strong Google rating of 4.7/5 from over 1400 reviews and 4.6/5 on Tripadvisor, reflecting a high level of customer satisfaction. It's a great spot for those seeking excellent food and a warm, inviting environment in Ontario's capital.

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4.7
★★★★★
1,469 reviews

Based on 1,469 Google reviews.

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M Aug 2026
★★★★★

FOOD POISONING! Got a few dishes. this salmon was super fishy and felt a bit off, however it was drenched in the watermelon aguachile, and the other dishes weren’t so tasty, so I brushed it off. Should’ve listened to my gut- was violently sick not 30min after leaving the restaurant. Dangerous and inexcusable. Spent $150 here.

Ben Wang
Ben Wang Aug 2026
★★★★★

Fantastic food, but portion scaling for odd-numbered groups needs work Came here last night to celebrate a friend’s birthday, and overall, we had a great time! The atmosphere was lively and the flavor profile of every dish was genuinely fantastic—the Rasa burger, Limone ravioli, and ceviche were all standout hits. However, there is a clear issue with how their required prix fixe menu scales. Larger groups should receive the exact same consistent experience as a party of 1 or 2, but for odd-numbered groups (like 3 or 5), the portioning falls short. For our table of 5, starter salads looked identical in size to the table of two next to us, and our ceviche actually looked smaller. Hotter courses like the Chickpea Fritters, Limone Ravioli, and Country Style Pork were brought out on single shared plates for all five of us to split. It got to the point where friends were jokingly calling each other out for taking too much garnish off the shared plate just so everyone could get a fair bite! Paying full price for 5 people felt like we received enough food for 4. The Verdict: The food taste is great. If you’re going as a couple, you’ll likely have a great time. But if you’re a group of 3 or 5, be aware that the portion math on the tasting menu gets stretched way too thin.

Domenic
Domenic Aug 2026
★★★★★

My kind of place = flavourful, informal/down to earth, unique ambiance. Well done and best wishes! We'll be back...

Dianne Mangal
Dianne Mangal Aug 2026
★★★★★

The tasting menu was out of this world. Every dish was exquisite. So full at the end and quite satisfied. Will be recommending and look forward to the experience.

Michelle Tran
Michelle Tran Aug 2026
★★★★★

This place is one of my bf’s and my favourite spots in Toronto! It has such a cool industrial yet cozy vibe. We went here for our last anniversary and the staff made it feel extra special. We opted for the tasting menu this time and it did not disappoint—plus, it’s a decent amount of food! The bartender has curated such an amazing cocktail menu. I went off-menu this time with a skinny cucumber margarita, and man was it tasty! Last time, I got a non-alcoholic concoction called “I’ve Got a Thing Tomorrow” and that was super delicious too. The chopped salad, spicy ceviche, and Rasa burger were all part of the tasting menu and are absolute must-haves. Must always try their dessert! We went with the chocolate tart…man! It was so good! Not pictured: the Rasa burger (because we got too excited) and those delicious Brazilian cheese puff amuse-bouche (which I would love to just order 10 of to nibble on). Food, vibes, and service are always 10/10, which is exactly why we keep coming back.

Holly Harris
Holly Harris Jul 2026
★★★★★
Élodie Moreau
Élodie Moreau Jul 2026
★★★★★

Nice.

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