I stopped by while looking for a great Italian spot in Toronto, and the calamari truly exceeded my expectations. It was perfectly fried crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and full of fresh ocean flavour. Served with a slice of lemon and a delicious dipping sauce, it made the whole dish even more enjoyable. Throughout the meal, both the atmosphere and the service were excellent; in a warm and lively setting, I had a genuinely high-quality start to my dining experience.

Had an early Sunday dinner at Terroni Adelaide before a concert at Massey Hall and it was a great pre-show spot. The restaurant is set inside a former 1852 courthouse, with soaring ceilings and a beautiful atrium. Even the washrooms are downstairs in old jail cells, which is a fun little surprise.

We shared the Calamari alla Griglia to start, fresh and nicely balanced. My date had the Spaghetti in Canna a Mare. It was labelled mildly spicy but definitely had some heat, though the flavours were great. I ordered the Ravioli al Brasato, which was delicious but the portion was on the smaller side. I could have eaten a few more ravioli and been perfectly happy.

We finished with tiramisu, plus an amaro for me and zambuca for my date. Service was friendly, though drinks were a bit slow coming out. The place filled up quickly but never felt chaotic.

Beautiful space, solid Italian food, and a great option downtown, especially before a show.

I had just come back from Italy, and this restaurant fed the piece of me that wants to go back. Everything was flavourful and authentic. The building is so grand and interesting, I don’t think I fully experienced it even with a trip to the bathroom. You have to order the caprese di bufula to start.

We went to Terroni for a work lunch and wow was the food ever amazing. I will say they have few vegan options, but plenty vegetarian options. I had the butternut squash ravioli which was divine. Often I find Italian restaurants are stingy when it comes to ravioli, but Terroni was quite generous. I loved the bread they brought out at the beginning. Our server was very helpful and kind. The food came out at breakneck speed. I was genuinely shocked. Dessert was also scrumptious. Highly recommend the chocolate torta, though it is a bit pricey for the size.

As far as accessibility, there are stairs to get up to the entrances, many people waiting indoors, far distances to walk to tables, and tables were quite close together.

An amazing setting for a very authentic dining experience. We ate as a group in what appeared to be a great hall or ballroom upstairs. There were 4 fireplaces and balconies overhanging our tables. Dark but fascinating decor throughout the building. The menu made everything sound very appealing. We had the lemon calamari, fungi salad, papparadelle and tagliatelle bolognese. The calamari was unremarkable and not distinguishable from pub fare. The funghi assolute, though, was very interesting, with a crisp, meaty feeling balanced by the arugula and balsamic. The papparadelle alla iosa was also very authentic, with a lovely, toothy mouth feel to the perfectly al dente noodles and a homemade, Nonna flavour to the sausage and sauce. The menu describes it as "spicy sauasge" but there was minimal, if any, heat to it. Still quite tasty.
Definitely an interesting and authentic Italian option in downtown.

The servers kept trying to take our plates away even it’s obvious that we’re still working on it. The serving assistant didn’t know how to clear/move our appetizer plates to make space for new dishes, so he just stood there and had us move the plates for him. He was also unprofessional in a way that he just took away the round plate that we used to share food, without giving one back to us.
We didn’t ask for bills, but they gave the check to us right after we finished the last bite. It’s just 9:10pm! Why are they in a rush? We considered ordering one more pasta or dessert, but we felt like we’re not welcomed. Plus, it’s very loud. The space between tables is so narrow. Don’t go if you want to enjoy a meal.

The pasta tasted good though.

Terroni is one of those Italian restaurants that delivers on all levels. The wine list is well-curated with plenty of options to pair with your meal, and the patio is a perfect spot to relax and enjoy. The pasta is fresh and flavorful, the cheese selections are rich and authentic, and the calamari is crisp and well-seasoned. On top of the great food, the atmosphere is warm, lively, and inviting making it an excellent place for both casual outings and special occasions

If you haven't experienced Terroni yet, make a reservation soon! The grilled calamari is absolutely delicious and a must-try. Their seafood pasta is impressive, as you can see in the picture. And if you're in the mood for something simple, definitely go for their bolognese pasta.

If you venture downstairs to the washrooms, be sure to check out the old holding cells in the basement that have been transformed into wine cellars. It's fascinating to see how this place used to be an old courthouse back in the day!

Got the lasagne. Was definitely a little mushy. Felt like it was from the freezer or a cafeteria unfortunately. It was on their specials menu too. Service was pretty decent though there were water marks on my cutlery if I were to be specific.
Very nice space though. I was seated in the basement area so it was not as loud and busy as the upstairs which was good to hear the rest of my group.
I like that you can also book the space for events (they held a wedding with a separate entrance which was cool)

Excellent place for Italian food. Lot of options to chose from. Food was outstanding all mouthwatering items. Don’t forget to try the desserts too tiramisu & home made ice cream. Servers are very professional & has sound knowledge of the menu. They will help you to select the food in case you’re confused. I would highly recommend this place.

This place is so amazing with authentic Italian food. The lemon pasta was unique will full lemon aroma. The tiramisu was also one of the best I had. If you want to try real food this is a must go place!

I came here yesterday while visiting Toronto with family. I have been looking for squash blossoms for over a year. When I finally found them at a different restaurant in California, they were poorly prepared but Terroni prepared them perfectly. Nice light crispy batter. My favorite was this grilled calamari salad. Nice and light and you could really taste the seafood. The outdoor patio was the perfect day to be at. Beautiful weather, nice and quiet but the most important thing about this restaurant was the service. The hostess was gracious and inviting and my waitress, Carmen was quite possibly the best waitress I’ve ever had. Making suggestions and since I was dining alone, she made me very comfortable and seemed to know my likings right away. I like it when the waitress checks back with you so you’re not waiting and she did just that-Efficient and I felt like a queen. Thank you, Carmen for making the whole restaurant experience and dining alone, such a perfect & wonderful day with a perfect wonderful meal.!

Wonderful staff. Front hosts/reception is very welcoming and servers are kind and patient. Overall, the food is a good go to for simple and reliable Italian food. The fried calamari was the highlight of the dinner. Lightly crispy, not chewy and fresh. The atmosphere is superb especially the back patio on a sunny day.