NODO
Oakwood Vaughan, Toronto
Restaurant in Toronto, Canada
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Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
NODO is a practical St Clair West pick when the goal is an easy Toronto dinner rather than a high-stakes tasting-menu plan. Choose it for flexibility and neighborhood fit; cross-shop FK if you need a clearer Contemporary, $$$ signal before committing.
About NODO
NODO is a Toronto restaurant with casual dress and posted evening hours during the week, plus noon openings on Saturday and Sunday. For planning, focus on timing and dress code rather than assumptions about awards, chef credentials, cuisine, price, menu, or service format.
That makes it most useful for diners choosing a Toronto restaurant around schedule and ease.
Use it for flexible Toronto plans
The clearest case for NODO is practical fit. Assess it by timing, location in Toronto, and casual dress. For comparison, FK may be worth checking separately if you want another Toronto dining option to weigh against NODO.
NODO is easiest to consider when the priority is posted hours and a casual dress code. If the group wants more detail before committing, cross-shop Pukka, The Onda, Romi's, and The Rushton for your date.
Planning expectations: keep the decision practical
The hours are direct: Monday through Thursday from 5–9 PM, Friday from 5–10 PM, Saturday from 12–10 PM, and Sunday from 12–9 PM. Casual dress keeps attire planning simple.
The bottom line: consider NODO for a casual Toronto meal when the posted hours fit your schedule. If the decision depends on a clearly defined cuisine, price tier, menu item, or specific service style, compare it with other Toronto dining options and check with the restaurant before committing.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 5–9 PM · Tuesday: 5–9 PM
- Location
- 794 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B6, Canada
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- nodohillcrest.ca
- Phone
- +16477481559
The take
The Take
The Vibe
NODO reads like a true neighbourhood anchor: unflashy, friendly and quietly dependable. The room keeps a steady, social temperature where regulars settle into familiar tables and staff learn orders by rote. It isn’t chasing press-cycle hype; instead the restaurant earns loyalty through steady cooking and an easygoing atmosphere. That local-first mentality gives the place a charming, tucked-in quality: the kind of spot that locals defend even if it flies under the citywide radar. Overall, NODO feels relaxed and approachable rather than sculpted for one-off destination visits.
Best For
This is a place built for repeat visits and uncomplicated midweek dinners. It works best for casual hangouts, family meals and group dining where consistency matters more than spectacle. NODO is ideal when you want a reliable Italian meal without fuss: a Tuesday night pasta, a shared pizza with friends, or a family dinner that comes with friendly, familiar service. Expect an unhurried, social evening rather than formal dining theatre.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the kitchen’s core strengths: the room rewards familiarity and straightforward cooking. The signature items, gnocchi, Bolognese, ravioli, pizza and arancini, are the sensible starting points when you want a true sense of the place. Pick a couple of classics and stick with them; the staples keep locals coming back.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, inviting, and artsy with a classy yet casual atmosphere and summer backyard patio.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Cocktails
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Gnocchi
- Bolognese
- Ravioli
- Pizza
- Arancini
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 794 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B6, Canada
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 5–9 PM
- Tuesday
- 5–9 PM
- Wednesday
- 5–9 PM
- Thursday
- 5–9 PM
- Friday
- 5–10 PM
- Saturday
- 12–10 PM
- Sunday
- 12–9 PM
Location
794 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON M6C 1B6, Canada · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if NODO is not the fit
Choose FK if the night needs a clearer Contemporary, $$$ frame and a more deliberate dinner plan. Choose The Rushton if the goal is a neighborhood meal with a familiar local feel.
Restaurant context
How NODO compares in Toronto
NODO is the lower-risk choice when ease matters more than a defined dining brief. FK is the clearer splurge comparison because its Contemporary, $$$ positioning gives diners a firmer sense of spend and occasion. Choose FK for a more planned night; choose NODO when the group needs flexibility around St Clair West.
Pukka, The Onda, and Romi's are better cross-shops if the decision is driven by a specific mood or food direction. NODO works better as the practical fallback: easier to frame around location and timing than around a named chef, awards, or a confirmed price tier.
The Rushton is the closest comparison for a neighborhood-restaurant decision. Pick The Rushton if you want a more familiar local standby feel; pick NODO if St Clair West location is the deciding factor and the group wants a simple dinner plan without overengineering it.
Around this place
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Compare NODO
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NODO | Toronto | No published awards | ||
| Pukka | Toronto | No published awards | ||
| FK | Toronto | Contemporary | $$$ | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of ExcellenceMichelin Guide Toronto & Region 20262025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| The Onda | Toronto | No published awards | ||
| Romi's | Toronto | No published awards | ||
| The Rushton | Toronto | No published awards |
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How NODO Toronto compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at NODO?
NODO is open from 5–9 PM Monday through Thursday, 5–10 PM Friday, 12–10 PM Saturday, and 12–9 PM Sunday. Use those hours to choose the timing that fits your plans, rather than assuming a separate lunch or dinner format beyond the posted openings.
What should a first-timer know about NODO?
Start with the basics: NODO is in Toronto, the dress code is casual, and the hours lean toward evening plans during the week, with noon openings on Saturday and Sunday. The main question is fit and timing rather than a special-occasion setup.
How far ahead should I book NODO?
If your schedule is fixed, plan ahead; if your schedule is flexible, use the posted hours to find the simplest time.
