Absolutely the best Spanish restaurant in Ontario. Friendly staff and delicate service. The chef comes out and greets every guest. This is very unusual these days in Toronto. It just adds extra detail that the chef really do care about and appreciates his guests. The food was exceptional. Nothing unconventional, sticking to the authenticity. It’s very hard to find a restaurant who has strong fundamentals and does a good job executing traditional dishes. Definitely recommended and this place will be one of my go-to places.

Excellent, tasty, exquisite fine dining at a good price. Probably one of the best cozy spanish restaurants in the G.T.A. Attentive first class servers, an open kitchen, and very tasty dishes. The seafood paellas are always excellent, and so are the many appetizers (crab cakes were delicious and the shrimp chorizo mushroom special)..the mango cheesecake was also great. They also have a really refreshing sangria!

Marvelous experience all around: the food and wine were fantastic. Their chef is a veritable wizard in the kitchen. Will definitely be returning throughout the summer

We ordered some tapas, one of them was Octopus. In our opinion it tasted as if it had gone bad, and we mentioned it to the server. She took our barely touched plate. At some point during the dinner, the chef was walking around tables and came to ours. He believed that the octopus was fine but said that we were welcome to send back any dish we weren’t satisfied with. At the end of our meal we still found the barely touched octopus included in our bill. We decided not to argue about that, but thought the restaurant would practice better with such positioning and price point. Oh well…

We had a dinner for 4 on a Wednesday evening at this Spanish Cuisine restaurant. Small, nicely decorated place with great Sangria. A variety of Paellas were available one being a seafood selection which we ordered. Paellas take 40 mins to prep so order that first then tapas. Tapas are amazing and flavourful here. We had a variety and even ordered some twice as we couldn’t get enough. Portions are not bad, service was unhurried, attentive and skillful.. we noticed they prepared beverages as well and performed table side service, serving the first helping of Paella when it was ready. During our meal, we had the pleasure of speaking to the Chef/Owner who came by our table and after we asked, he happily shared how he prepped the food we were enjoying. Friendly and hospitable true and true! Definitely returning to this great restaurant.

First time at an authentic Spanish restaurant. Had seafood risotto, sausage & ratatouille, and soup of the day (carrot and ginger). I imagine the style and flavour to be true to its roots. Noticeably fresh ingredients, well plated, and great service. Would've preferred stronger flavour, but food was good as is. Under $100 meal for two, call it fair value. Overall good experience. Would recommend, but would not repeat. 4 stars

This is a late review but I went to La Vinia restaurant twice in the past years and both times we attended it was incredible. The Restaurant is authentic. You can't go there and not try the Paella. We also had Gazpacho, and Octopus. The food is exquisite and he ambience is wonderful. The Mango Cheesecake is to die for. We always recommend this place to anyone who wants to try authentic Spanish dishes. Keep up the good work!!

Could very well be a Top 5, Mediterranean Cuisine, Restaurant in the City of Toronto. Charming, Quiet, 50(?) Seat Establishment that is Family Owned (Garcia Family) and operated.. Spectacular food, the Shrimp and Oyster Mushroom in Saffron and Anise Sauce is "mind bending" amazing. Ask for more bread to dip into the sauce. You'll thank me. Grilled Calamari, Salmon Carpaccio, all were exceptional. Great for family dinner night, or for romantic dinner. The Head Chef takes the time to "touch tables" and interact with guests, to see how things are going. Front of House staff are accommodating, kind, epitome of professionalism. In my humble opinion, one of Toronto's Best Kept Secrets when it comes to Dining. A Must Visit.

To start off, our waiter was 10/10. She was very patient with me and my family as this was our first time going to a Spanish restaurant. She gave us recommendations, explained some of the menu items and didn't rush us to order. The food was decent for its price. We ordered 3 appetizers and 2 mains for 3 people. The octopus was very salty, meatballs were average but the shrimp were nice. We also ordered 2 paella dishes and the full seafood one was great while the other one had dry chunks of chicken. I'd recommend ordering the full seafood one (Paella de marisco) All in all, it was a good experience and if I stop by again I'll be sticking to the shrimp, clams and fish options

The first time we ate at Lavinia we thought it was one of the best meals we had in our lives. This time the paella had no crust. I sent mine back and most of the ingredients were dry. For dessert, I ordered the chocolate flan and the custard was overcooked.

A small family owned and operated restaurant sharing their love of food with their guests. Delicious menu choices and friendly staff make for a great evening !

Went for dinner with friends where we were greeted immediately and shown to our table. We shared four tapas appetizers and a paella. We left nothing in the plates. The wait staff are the chef/owners son and daughter who are very personable, attentive and provided the best service I've experienced in awhile. The restaurant was at capacity and I watched in amazement how well the brother and sister team worked the tables. Furthermore, the chef comes to the table to ensure the meal was to our satisfaction. At no point we're we rushed to leave which made our conversation very relaxing. If you haven't tried Lavinia, you are missing a great experience.

A must visit & you’ll be back. I could say a hundred positive things about this place but even then, it wouldn’t do it justice. Family owned. Intimate, feels like you’re dining with friends around you. The most warm & proficient service I’ve received in a veryyy long time. One of a kind a true gem of a place will be back here, REGULARLY.

Excellent food and service. The staff were very friendly and the food was out of this world!

La Vinia is definitely one of my favourite restaurants to go to in the city. This small cozy yet intimate restaurant is somewhere you should not hesitate to visit. The food and service is amazing, it keeps me coming back, anyone that I have brought here always falls In love. Thanks to the incredible family team making the best Spanish food you can find in all of the GTA. Must try: Paella Mariscos, calamares, croquetas de cangrejo and the pulpo

This restaurant is a hidden gem. The food was amazing! The paella was so tasty and the quantity is a lot. The sauteed mushroom, chicken croquettes, and arugula pear salad were all fantastic. I hope this restaurant stays in the neighbourhood for a long time.

I recently visited this lovely restaurant, and I have to say, it was a truly enjoyable experience. The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating, making me feel welcome from the moment I walked in. But what really stood out was the hospitality of the chef. They were passionate about their craft and went out of their way to make sure I had a great dining experience. They even took the time to come out and speak with me, which was a really nice touch. And of course, the food was fantastic. Every dish was expertly prepared and bursting with flavor. It was clear that the chef put a lot of care and attention into every detail of the meal, from the ingredients to the presentation. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great dining experience. The friendly staff, hospitable chef, and delicious food make it a standout. It's the kind of place where you feel right at home, and I can't wait to go back and enjoy another wonderful meal.

Overall I liked it and I will return. I got few mussels not so fresh. I would have preferred a little less salt in my paella.

Unforgettable birthday diner with family. Nice atmosphere, delicious menu, warm hospitality. A lot to discover among tasty foods prepared by Fernando himself. Thanks to all LaVinia Team

Great Spanish Restaurant. I love their Tapas. perfect portions, tasty food and great service. This is how restaurants should be in Toronto. The owner Fernando came by to make sure everything was fine. Thoroughly enjoyed the evening. Thank you!!

Thoroughly enjoyed dinner on the cozy front patio of this family owned and operated restaurant! We asked the chef to create our menu and we loved every dish. Fresh salads and perfectly cooked seafood and rich paella. Beautiful wines. The desserts in particular were a real treat. A real Mimico gem.

Absolutely amazing food. We can’t wait to be able to eat in the restaurant but they set us up for a beautiful picnic experience at a nearby park.

I really wanted to like this place. Their service was really good. The chef also came out a few times to check on tables which is always appreciated. My friend and i got the poached octopus - it was ok. We also ordered the chorizo ratitioue appetizer. It was ok. And we got the seafood paella. The seafood paella was decent but the water that was used in it tasted a bit off-putting. Nothing was bad.

I invited 2 couples to join us for a surprise birthday celebration for my husband. The staff is very friendly and very good at making the experience special! The food never lets us down and having been to Spain, we can attest to the fact that it outshone many of the dishes that we had in Spain! The chef is exceptional! It has become a fovourite of ours and our friends are already saying that they want to come back!!

I had a great experience visiting the restaurant few years ago for a birthday celebration! Great atmosphere, great customer service and most importantly delicious paella!! One of my all time favourite dishes. The chef/owner even came out to chat with us, offered us free desserts 🍨 and joined us for the group photo. 🥰🥳. Highly recommend if you love paella 🥘, grilled octopus, and being well taken care of, this is a must visit place!

I had my birthday dinner here with my husband. Food is excellent, service is kind and professional. Great little restaurant.

My family and I had dinner at this restaurant about a month ago. The food is amazing, freshly made, service was awesome with kind and mindful servers ensuring that we were taken care of throughout our visit. The chef even came out to ask us how the meal was. The experience left us feeling like we were important customers even though this had been our first visit. The only critic would be pricing. Although it was well worth it, it would be difficult to continue to go and maintain a budget. This will be a place we go to again, however may have to be for special occasions. Last point, didn't get her name, when I called last minute for a reservation the sweet lady on the phone did her best and even called me back once she could confirm space for our family. My fault because it was the day of....would recommend you reserve prior to going. The earlier the better!

This is an authentic Spanish restaurant that most of the staff, the chef, and guests can speak Spanish natively. However, the food is a little bit too salty for my taste and the seating is too close so it's pretty noisy while the restaurant is full.

Wonderful place! Very good paella, and the mango cheesecake was delicious! Truly autentique Spanish food and excellent service. Highly recommend.

Quaint restaurant with great service and excellent food. We were a group of four and shared our appetizers with a jug of sangria. Each of us ordered something different. Penne with chorizo, lamb, seafood paella and regular paella paired with a rioja. The chef came to greet us and waved as we left! Highly recommend!

Good: :the tapas, we tried 4 different ones, octopus, scallop, chicken, mussels were very good. The mussels were good, just not as good as the other three. : The service was excellent. You will be comfortable. : The pricing is good for the quality of the food. : The wines match the food at a high standard. As Expected: : the paella was of a high standard : The ambiance is lovely for this style of restaurant. Needs Improvement: : No comment here. This is a good quality restaurant with IMO good value for money.

We've been waiting to dine at Lavinia for some time. We'll, we wasted so much time when we could have been enjoying the marvelous food. The Paella is incredible! The Octopus was simply exceptional. So much time lost waiting, so much time to make up. To keep it brief, we'll see you soon.

Really good paella, and the tapas were amazing as well. Highly recommend the scallops. Cooked to perfection. Service was amazing!

Came here to celebrate our 20-yr anniversary... what an amazing experience! Jamie our waiter was super chilled and awesome! Had a great sense of humor and really made our evening. Chef Fernando came out and greeted his guests, which was a nice touch. The food... wow! The octopus was tender and fresh. The scallops and meat balls were phenomenal! Paella was perfectly done and full of complex flavors. If you didn't know any better, you'd think you were dining in Madrid. 5-stars, will definitely be coming back to try more dishes. Thank-you for a lovely evening!

This is an authentic Spanish food restaurant. Tasty good. Cozy and nice ambience. Service was good.

Staff is super friendly and nice. Service was great! Small place, family owned, the owner is super sweet! We ordered Paella and it was delicious! The icecream with Berries was also great. The menu is amazing! A lot of food that I usually don't see often in Toronto. I definitely recommend this place and will go back for sure!