5th Element

5th Elementt 506 Queen St. West 416 504 3213

I enjoyed the food at the 5th Element many times when they were situated on Bay Street. I have also been many times to the new location on Queen St West near Bathurst. The food is exquisite. The service is always friendly and welcoming. The prices are too fair.
I had been attending a film at the Toronto Film Festival and bumped into my family (also film buffs) They were heading to this popular restaurant and I was delighted to join them.
This restaurant has a prix-fixe menu that is the best value in town. Imagine a 3 course Prix Fixe dinner with a glass of wine or beer for $22.95.
The wine was delicious and an ample portion was offered. The plates were beautifully presented. We were all delighted to have an evening of dining together and we all raved about the delicious food.
The appetizers all sounded so appealing. My grandson opted for the Masala Tuna Tatar and Smoked Salmon. There was a small green salad. The sesame drizzle added to a perfect presentation and a most delicious appetizer. We all shared in this very special appetizer. At any other restaurant it would be double the price (or more) Everybody was digging in. Chicken Pakoras are served with plum sauce. The Vegetable Samosa Chaat is offered with mint and tamarind chutney. Fish Tikki is served with a Chipotle Sauce. Roasted Cauliflower Soup caught my attention as did the Baked Crab Cake in a ginger coconut broth with yellow mustard greens. We were so delighted with everything we chose. Our empty plates verified how good it all was.
Chef Johnee is a master chef. He obviously is also very creative. He designed the menu and makes each plate a creative presentation.
All main courses are served with Basmati Pilaf Rice. Grilled Shrimp, Calamari, and Tilapia are prepared in a Bengali Curry Sauce. The Braised Lamb Shank is infused with garam masala and a tomato sauce. Tandoori Chicken Tikka is a traditional creamy butter chicken. Delicious! I was so pleased with my Portobello, Shitake, Button Mushroom Biriyani served with a Lentil Stew. The Broiled Veal Chop has a glaze and is served with basmati pilaf rice.
The choices are amazing. The food drew loud sounds of approval at our table. We were all delighted with our choices.
We all shared the Chocolate Gateaux. It was the perfect creamy, chocolate ending to a feast.
The regular menu has the same items listed as well as many more. I have always enjoyed the food. The place was bustling so a reservation is a good idea.
I don’t know how they do it. I only know that this is a guaranteed winner from every aspect.