#FOOD: RING IN THE HOLIDAYS WITH LAI WAH HEEN, ABURI HANA, MINAMI TORONTO, MIKU TORONTO, LYLA, RADICI PROJECT, ODD DUCK & PROVISIONS

Whether it’s a holiday party, client appreciation event, team dinner, or New Year’s Eve celebration, Toronto’s top restaurants are offering a range of options for seasonal entertaining. From MICHELIN-starred dining rooms and award-winning cocktail bars to festive holiday takeovers and full-venue buyouts, these destinations offer memorable settings for gatherings of every size throughout the holiday season. This year’s star studded roundup includes Lai Wah Heen, Aburi Hana, Minami Toronto, Miku Toronto, No Vacancy, Lyla, Radici Project, Little Sister, and Odd Duck Wine & Provisions, each offering distinctive options for private dining, group events, and seasonal celebrations.

Little Sister
IG. @littlesisterto
📍102 Portland St.
📍2031 Yonge St.

Toronto’s holiday season is getting a spirited makeover as Little Sister brings back its popular Java Jingle takeover, transforming both its Portland and Yonge Street locations into immersive festive destinations from November 12 through December 31. Running seven days a week from 4:30 p.m. to midnight, the annual pop-up brings together over-the-top holiday décor, festive music and Little Sister’s signature shareable dishes, alongside a seasonal cocktail menu featuring returning favourites and new creations, including the Winter Spiced Cosmo, Blood Orange Margarita, Mulled Wine, Hot Chocolate, Spiked Eggnog and Smoky Winter Spiced Manhattan.

Accommodating gatherings of up to 30 guests, Java Jingle offers a lively, spirited setting for corporate outings, client entertainment and holiday celebrations, bringing a playful twist to traditional festive entertaining.

Lai Wah Heen
IG. @laiwahheen
📍108 Chestnut Street

Ranked No. 11 on the Chinese Restaurant Awards’ Elite 30 Canada list and recipient of the Golden Kirin Award for Best New Independent Restaurant, Lai Wah Heen has established itself as a leading destination for Cantonese fine dining in Toronto. Led by Executive Chef Heyden Sin, whose expertise is rooted in the culinary traditions of Guangzhou, alongside Dim Sum Chef Victor Huang and Pastry Chef Ying Long, the restaurant is celebrated for its refined Cantonese cuisine, including its recently acclaimed Treasure of Fortune: Gourd-Shaped Goose.

Offering an elegant setting for holiday entertaining, corporate gatherings and year-end celebrations, Lai Wah Heen features four distinct private dining spaces: Sol, Lune, Silk Road and Starlit. From traditional Cantonese banquets and multi-course dining to dim sum, afternoon tea, chef demonstrations, tea ceremonies, buffets and cocktail receptions, the restaurant accommodates a range of occasions, with full-venue buyouts also available.

Sol (曜):

Lai Wah Heen’s largest private dining room, Sol offers an exclusive, self-contained setting complete with its own private entrance, dedicated bar and washroom, providing guests with added privacy and convenience. Centred around a striking round marble table seating 12 to 15 guests, the space can be customized with additional tables and flexible layouts to accommodate up to 25 guests. Ideal for intimate holiday celebrations, corporate gatherings and private receptions, Sol combines elegant design with the comfort and privacy of a fully independent event space.

Seats: 12-15 (can accommodate up to 25 with additional seating)
Features: Private Entrance · Private Bar · Private Washroom · Temperature Control · Flexible Floor Plan · Presentation Capabilities
Ideal for: Holiday Dinners · Corporate Celebrations · Presentations · Media Events · VIP Receptions · Brand Events · Cocktail Receptions

Lune (月)

An intimate, fully enclosed private dining room, Lune offers a quiet and discreet setting for smaller gatherings of up to 12 guests. Large windows bring natural light into the circular space, while a private bar and dedicated entrance enhance the room’s sense of exclusivity, making it well suited to private receptions and intimate celebrations.
Seats: 12
Features: Private Bar · Private Door · Natural Light
Ideal for: VIP Dinners · Executive Dinners · Intimate Celebrations · Private Receptions

Silk Road (丝绸之路)

Inspired by Guangzhou’s historic connections along the Silk Road, a crossroads of trade and cultural exchange, Silk Road offers an elegant setting for meetings, presentations and intimate dining. Accommodating up to 14 guests, the boardroom-style space is anchored by a statement marble table and features a dedicated wall for presentations and projections, seamlessly transitioning from corporate gatherings to private dining experiences.
Seats: 14
Features: Private Dining · Boardroom-Style Setup · Marble Table · Presentation & Projection Capability
Ideal for: Presentations · Executive Dinners · Holiday Business Entertaining

Starlit (星光)

Offering a sense of exclusivity while remaining connected to the atmosphere of the main dining room, Starlit is a stylish semi-private space ideal for intimate celebrations and social gatherings. Defined by reflective black surfaces and rich red accents, the space accommodates up to 14 guests, with flexible seating and standing arrangements that transition effortlessly from private dinners to relaxed cocktail receptions.
Seats: 14
Features: Semi-Private · Seated & Reception-Style Configurations
Ideal for: Industry Dinners · Cocktail Receptions · Media Gatherings · Talent & Team Dinners · Pre & Post-Premiere Gatherings

For private dining and event inquiries contact events@laiwahheen.com

Aburi Hana
IG. @hanayorkville
📍102 Yorkville Avenue

Previously awarded a MICHELIN star for four consecutive years and newly reimagined, Aburi Hana offers an elegant setting for holiday entertaining in the heart of Yorkville. Inspired by the dining salons of Edo-era Japan, the restaurant brings together contemporary Japanese cuisine, seasonal à la carte dining, premium sake, curated wines and expressive cocktails. From intimate executive dinners to festive celebrations and exclusive restaurant buyouts, Aburi Hana offers tailored dining experiences in a sophisticated setting.

Private Dining Room

Tucked away from the main dining area, Aburi Hana’s private dining room offers an exclusive setting for up to 14 guests. Ideal for executive dinners, VIP gatherings and intimate celebrations, the space features personalized dining experiences with a choice of seasonal six-course, premium ten-course or family-style menus, complemented by curated sake, wine and cocktails.
Seats: 14
Experiences: Private Dining · Seasonal Tasting Menus · Family-Style Dining · Curated Sake & Wine
Ideal for: Executive Dinners · VIP Gatherings · Intimate Holiday Celebrations · Private Meetings

Dining Room & Bar

Combining refined Japanese dining with a vibrant cocktail program, Aburi Hana’s dining room and bar offer a sophisticated setting for larger gatherings. Accommodating up to 36 guests, the space features seasonal Japanese cuisine, sushi and an extensive beverage selection, with flexible formats for seated dinners and cocktail receptions. The private dining room remains available for separate bookings.

Seats: Up to 36 (26 dining seats + 10 bar seats)
Ideal for: Corporate Gatherings · Holiday Celebrations · Team Dinners · Cocktail Receptions · Client Entertainment
Full Restaurant Buyout

For a fully exclusive occasion, Aburi Hana offers full restaurant buyouts encompassing the private dining room, main dining area and bar, with seating for up to 40 guests. From corporate holiday parties and milestone celebrations to brand launches and private receptions, each event can be tailored with seasonal Japanese menus, curated beverage pairings and personalized service.
Seats: Up to 40
Ideal for: Corporate Holiday Parties · Private Celebrations · Wedding-Related Events · Brand Launches · Media Gatherings · VIP Events

For private dining and event inquiries, guests are invited to contact the Aburi Hana team with their preferred date, guest count, event format and budget.

Minami Toronto
IG. @minamitoronto
📍225 King St. W

Recognized as the Americas’ Best Designed Restaurant at the 2021 Restaurant & Bar Design Awards, Minami Toronto offers a distinctive setting for holiday entertaining in the heart of the Entertainment District. Celebrated for its contemporary Japanese cuisine, signature Aburi Oshi Sushi and striking interiors, the restaurant combines refined dining with a vibrant atmosphere. Guests can enjoy customizable dining experiences, from multi-course tasting menus and family-style sharing plates to canapés, interactive sushi stations and cocktail receptions, complemented by curated sake, Japanese whisky and cocktails. With options ranging from the semi-private Minami Lounge to half and full restaurant buyouts, Minami offers versatile settings for celebrations of all sizes.

Minami Lounge

Featuring warm lighting, contemporary Japanese design and a dedicated bar, the Minami Lounge offers a stylish, semi-private setting that balances intimacy with the restaurant’s lively atmosphere. Accommodating up to 30 guests, the space is ideal for smaller celebrations and social gatherings.

Seats: Up to 30 guests
Ideal for: Intimate Holiday Celebrations · Corporate Dinners · Client Entertainment · Birthdays · Group Gatherings

Half Restaurant Buyout

Offering greater exclusivity while maintaining a connection to Minami’s vibrant atmosphere, the half restaurant buyout provides a flexible setting for mid-sized events. With customizable layouts for seated dining and standing receptions, the space can accommodate a range of gathering styles and group sizes.
Seats: 35–40 seated · Up to 50 for combined seated and standing events
Ideal for: Corporate Gatherings · Holiday Celebrations · Team Dinners · Private Receptions · Client Entertainment

Full Restaurant Buyout

For larger celebrations, Minami offers exclusive use of its award-winning restaurant, providing a sophisticated setting for memorable private events. Accommodating up to 115 seated guests or 135 for combined seated and standing occasions, the full buyout allows hosts to make use of the restaurant’s distinctive interiors and versatile entertaining spaces, with arrangements tailored to the occasion.

Seats: Up to 115 seated · Up to 135 for combined seated and standing events
Ideal for: Corporate Holiday Parties · Brand Launches · Private Celebrations · Media Events · Large Group Gatherings

For private dining and event inquiries, guests can contact Minami’s dedicated events team at info@minamitoronto.com to discuss availability, menu options and event arrangements.

Miku Toronto
IG. @mikutoronto
📍10 Bay St.

Located along Toronto’s Harbourfront, Miku Toronto offers a sophisticated setting for holiday entertaining, combining contemporary Japanese cuisine with striking design and waterfront surroundings. Renowned for its signature Aburi sushi, the restaurant offers customizable dining experiences, from seasonal tasting menus and sushi selections to passed canapés and cocktail receptions, complemented by curated wine and sake pairings. Featuring a raw bar, sushi bar and two dedicated event spaces, alongside partial and full restaurant buyout options, Miku accommodates everything from intimate executive dinners to large-scale holiday celebrations.

Mizumi

Miku’s semi-private dining room, Mizumi, offers an intimate setting for smaller gatherings, combining contemporary Japanese design with the convenience of audiovisual capabilities and complimentary Wi-Fi. With seating for up to 14 guests, the space is particularly well suited to business meetings, executive dinners and private celebrations.
Seats: Up to 14 seated · 14 standing
Ideal for: Executive Dinners · Business Meetings · Intimate Holiday Celebrations · Private Gatherings

Kimura

Offering greater privacy, Kimura is Miku’s fully enclosed private dining room, featuring contemporary Japanese artwork and an elegant, refined interior. Accommodating up to 24 seated guests or 32 standing, the space provides an exclusive setting for group celebrations and corporate functions, with audiovisual capabilities available for presentations and meetings.
Seats: Up to 24 seated · 32 standing
Ideal for: Corporate Dinners · Client Entertainment · Private Celebrations · Executive Meetings · Holiday Gatherings
Dining Room & Lounge – Partial Buyout
Defined by soaring ceilings, expansive windows and Japanese-inspired interiors, Miku’s dining room and lounge offer a bright, contemporary setting for mid-sized events. With a versatile layout accommodating both seated dinners and standing receptions, the space balances the energy of the restaurant with the flexibility required for corporate gatherings and social occasions.
Seats: Up to 50 seated · 80 standing
Ideal for: Corporate Gatherings · Holiday Celebrations · Cocktail Receptions · Team Dinners · Client Entertainment

Full Restaurant Buyout

For larger celebrations, Miku offers exclusive use of its restaurant, bringing together its expansive dining room, sushi bar and lounge in a sophisticated waterfront setting. Accommodating up to 150 seated guests or 165 for standing receptions, the full buyout provides a versatile backdrop for corporate functions, milestone celebrations and large-scale private events.
Seats: Up to 150 seated · 165 standing
Ideal for: Corporate Holiday Parties · Wedding Celebrations · Brand Events · Industry Receptions · Large Private Gatherings
For private dining and event inquiries, guests are invited to contact Miku Toronto’s events team through mikutoronto.com to discuss availability, menus and event arrangements.

No Vacancy
IG. @novacancyto
📍74 Ossington Ave.

Recently relaunched, No Vacancy offers a distinctive setting for holiday celebrations that extend beyond dinner, combining award-winning cocktails, refined Korean-Italian cuisine and vibrant late-night energy. Named Best New Bar and ranked No. 14 on Canada’s 100 Best Bars 2026 list, alongside No. 82 on North America’s 50 Best Bars extended ranking, the Ossington destination pairs an acclaimed cocktail program with the culinary direction of Chef Brian Kang. From intimate dinners and client entertainment to cocktail receptions and full-venue buyouts, No Vacancy offers a seamless transition from sophisticated dining to lively late-night celebrations.

Owner’s Booth

Tucked away from the main dining area, the Owner’s Booth offers an intimate, secluded setting defined by warm amber leather seating, soft lighting and striking mural panels. Accommodating up to 10 guests, the space provides a sense of privacy while remaining connected to the restaurant’s distinctive atmosphere.
Seats: Up to 10
Ideal for: Executive Dinners · Intimate Celebrations · Client Entertainment · Small Group Gatherings

Main Dining Room

Offering exclusive use of the main dining room and Owner’s Booth, this space provides an intimate setting for private dinners and holiday celebrations. With warm lighting, rich interiors and an inviting atmosphere, the dining room accommodates up to 18 guests for a more personal and elevated gathering.
Seats: Up to 18
Minimum Spend: $8,000
Ideal for: Executive Dinners · Private Celebrations · Corporate Gatherings · Holiday Dinners

The Lounge

Centred around No Vacancy’s acclaimed cocktail program, the Lounge offers a lively, social setting for celebrations that favour a more relaxed format. Accommodating up to 25 guests, the space combines comfortable seating with the energy of the bar, making it ideal for cocktail receptions, after-parties and festive gatherings.
Seats: Up to 25
Minimum Spend: $3,000
Ideal for: Cocktail Receptions · After-Parties · Team Celebrations · Holiday Gatherings

Full Venue Buyout

For larger occasions, No Vacancy offers exclusive use of the entire venue for up to 70 guests. Rich auburn and deep red tones, plush leather and velvet furnishings, contemporary artwork and the signature brass-clad bar create a striking backdrop for private events. With canapé-style service and custom menus available upon request, the venue offers a flexible setting for celebrations that move effortlessly from cocktails and dining into the evening.
Capacity: Up to 70 guests
Experiences: Canapé-Style Service · Custom Menus Upon Request
Minimum Spend: $12,000
Ideal for: Corporate Holiday Parties · Private Celebrations · Brand Events · VIP Gatherings · Cocktail Receptions

Lyla
IG. @lylatoronto
📍60 Sudbury St

Ranked No. 13 on Foodism’s 23 Best Restaurants in Toronto for 2026 list, Lyla brings a newly reimagined dining experience to Toronto’s Queen West neighbourhood. Led by Executive Chef Daniel Kim and Sous Chef Seungho Jeon, the restaurant combines contemporary Italian and French cuisine with subtle Asian influences. From seasonal chef-led menus and curated wine selections to handcrafted cocktails and customizable group dining experiences, Lyla offers a sophisticated setting for holiday entertaining. With options ranging from the intimate Grotto and elegant Gold Room to exclusive full-venue buyouts, the restaurant accommodates everything from executive dinners to larger year-end celebrations.

The Grotto

Tucked away from the main dining room, The Grotto offers Lyla’s most intimate private dining experience. Designed for just two to six guests, the secluded space provides an exclusive setting for bespoke chef-led dining, with personalized menus tailored to the occasion.
Seats: 2–6 guests
Ideal for: VIP Dinners · Executive Meetings · Intimate Holiday Celebrations · Client Entertainment

The Gold Room

Lyla’s dedicated private dining room, The Gold Room, offers an elegant, fully private setting for gatherings of 9 to 20 guests. Combining refined interiors with the exclusivity of a separate dining space, the room is well suited to corporate entertaining, group celebrations and special occasions.
Seats: 9–20 guests
Ideal for: Holiday Celebrations · Corporate Dinners · Team Gatherings · Private Celebrations · Client Entertainment

Full Venue Buyout

For larger celebrations, Lyla offers exclusive use of the restaurant, providing a versatile setting for seated dinners, cocktail receptions and corporate events. Accommodating up to 150 guests, the venue features a dedicated bar, dining room, audiovisual capabilities and sound system, with DJ setup and booking assistance available to tailor the space to the occasion.
Capacity: Up to 150 guests
Features: Full Restaurant Buyout · Wi-Fi · AV Capabilities · Sound System · DJ Setup & Booking Assistance · Bar & Dining Room
Ideal for: Corporate Holiday Parties · Private Celebrations · Brand Events · Client Appreciation Events · Cocktail Receptions
For private dining and event inquiries, guests can contact Lyla’s events team at events@lylatoronto.com to discuss availability, menus and event arrangements.

Radici Project
IG. @radici_project
📍588 College Street

Ranked No. 7 on Toronto Life’s Best New Restaurants 2026 list and named a finalist for Air Canada’s Best New Restaurants 2026, Radici Project offers a distinctive setting for holiday entertaining in Toronto’s Little Italy. Led by Chef Emiliano Del Frate and sake sommelier Kayo Ito, the restaurant brings together Italian and Japanese culinary traditions through seasonal Canadian ingredients, complemented by thoughtfully curated wine and sake pairings. Its Japanese- and Nordic-inspired interiors create an atmosphere of warm, understated elegance.

Accommodating up to 44 guests indoors, Radici Project is well suited to intimate holiday dinners, corporate gatherings, client entertainment and exclusive private events. Guests can enjoy a relaxed dining experience in the wine bar and main dining room or opt for the chef’s table, where front-row views of the open kitchen and direct interaction with the culinary team offer a more immersive experience.

Odd Duck
IG. @oddduckwandp
📍93 Ontario St S

MICHELIN-recommended Odd Duck Wine & Provisions is ringing in the New Year with an exclusive multi-course dining experience designed for intimate celebrations, with reservations available for parties of two to eight guests. With tickets now on sale, guests can choose between a $100 early seating or a $150 evening seating, with optional beverage pairings available upon arrival.

The early seating features a four-course menu with a choice of protein, alongside vegetarian and vegan options. For those seeking a more immersive culinary experience, the evening seating offers an extended nine-course tasting menu complete with a cheese course and house-made petit fours to take home.

Combining thoughtful hospitality with Odd Duck’s acclaimed approach to food and wine, the New Year’s Eve event offers a memorable way to celebrate the year’s end. As availability is limited, guests are encouraged to reserve early.
Reservations available HERE