Diana's Oyster Bar and Grill
Toronto
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We ordered the fried calamari, grilled calamari, and the crab, shrimp, and lobster saffron pasta. For oysters, we had three dozen Malpeques, plus two Raspberry Points and two Northern Belles. The grilled calamari was our favorite—it was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Though the bread was really hard to bite through. It was tough. The saffron pasta was also excellent, with plenty of seafood. The premium oysters (Raspberry Points and Northern Bells) had a noticeably sweeter flavor compared to the Malpeques. We ordered so many Malpeques because they were on special that day. Overall, we had a very enjoyable meal. My only complaint was the constant flickering of the light fixtures, which I found a bit distracting throughout the evening.
I used to visit this restaurant often a long time ago, and I recently went back after a while. It still seems like they serve fresh seafood. However, compared to before, when the oysters and clams had absolutely no fishy taste and were exceptionally clean, there is now a slight hint of that seafood smell. It might be because the oysters used to be served colder in the past. They are still served on ice, but not quite as chilled as before. That said, you can still enjoy good oysters, and the other seafood dishes are quite decent as well. Overall, it’s a great family-friendly restaurant.
It's cold in there. The server was knowledgeable and knows her menu. The food is very tasty and the presentation was beautiful but the portions are very small at a hefty price. They could atleast give you a decent amount of rice or vegetables with your meals. I left there still hungry. If you plan on eating there have your dinner before you go. I was celebrating my birthday there and asked if they give anything for birthdays and the server said "if you buy one of our deserts we will give you the candle for free" The oysters is probably the only reasonable priced items.
Follow @bredgyeats for more food posts! At Diana’s, they offer more than just oysters, but fresh flavours and comforting seafood. Crazy for their crab cakes, these generously sized crustacean appetizers highlight chunks of fresh, meaty crab. The interior is moist, bouncy and naturally sweet, while the exterior breadcrumb coating is perfectly crispy without being greasy. They’re served atop fresh, peppery arugula, with a squeeze of lemon and lightly spiced mayo for a satisfying opener. Then, for a softer take on traditional paella, this dish has a gentler chew and subtle firmness, infused with an umami-rich tomato and fish broth that’s loud without screaming. Tiger shrimp remain fresh and springy, mussel and clams are fresh and bouncy, and chorizo-style sausage adds a tender, savory element. Flaky chunks of salmon round out the dish, adding richness, and are finished with black pepper and parsley; I would’ve loved some burnt socarrat, though. The tagliatelle, immersed in a rich, creamy seafood sauce, was the highlight - bringing a gentle sweetness from shellfish, with plump tiger shrimp and small chunks of crab and lobster meat. On the grill rested a whole branzino, roasted for a crisp head and skin, with juicy chunks of flesh underneath that’s kissed with a hint of smoke. Each bite bursts with natural sweetness, enhanced by a hint of lemon. Boiled broccoli, cauliflower, and green beans are cooked to fork-tender and lightly dressed in oregano and olive oil, making for a clean, well-balanced plate. And of course, it’d be strange not to order some of their oysters, fresh from PEI with a moderate brininess, restrained minerality and gentle ocean taste.
