If you're like most individuals who dine out, you're looking for that perfect place to enjoy a meal and perhaps relax and enjoy the ambiance of the establishment. Your hope is to visit a restaurant where you can sit, unwind and enjoy the atmosphere in addition to the food. Sometimes the experience may not be quite what you are looking for or what you expected. The name or advertisement may have been a little misleading.

Before getting dressed and heading out to a luxurious restaurant only to find it is not the place it was advertised to be, check out this list of the finest restaurants offering the most pleasant dining experience in Toronto.

Toronto's Best Restaurants: The 5th Element

Located at 1033 Bay Street, in Toronto is the 5th Element. The 5th Element is an Official Hospitality Partner of Toronto International Film Group and is an award winning restaurant receiving accolades from 2006 through 2008. They were presented also with the VQA Restaurant Award of Excellence. The seating accommodates up to 450 patrons. The restaurant has a two tier patio which has been stated to provide patrons with the most peaceful surroundings. Patrons have given the 5th Element a five star rating. Chef Johnee S brings his New York cuisine and experience to Toronto. The restaurant is also available for weddings, catering or other special events. Contact and make reservations to visit the 5th Element by calling (416) 923-8159 or email them at www.info@5thelementt.com.

Toronto’s Best Restaurants: Embrujo Flamenco

Experience the best Flamenco dancers in the Toronto area at Embrujo Flamenco. Guest will be mesmerized when experiencing the best flavors and aromas while indulging in their favorite Spanish dishes. Luxuriate in the ambiance and unique appeal of Spain while dining at Embrujo Flamenco. Guest can enjoy Flamenco shows on Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday from 7:00pm till 9:30pm, on Friday from 7:30pm till 9:30pm and on Saturday from 7:00pm till 10:00pm. Flamenco dancers move to tunes played by world renowned guitarist Juan Dino Toledo. Juan is originally from Chile but has been a resident of the Ontario area the majority of his life. Enjoy meals such as Paella Embrujo served with fried mussels, clams, chicken and chorizo or enjoy their specialty; The 'Caviar of Hams'. The Ham carries the name of Jamon Lberico de Bellota (acorn). They produce this ham from free-range pigs that roam throughout the forest and borders from Spain to Portugal. Before Embrujo Flamenco allows the ham to be placed on your plate, it has been indulging in a diet of acorns, exercising regularly and has been cured for thirty six months. For more information call (416) 778-0007 or visit www.info@embrujoflamenco.com.